A Friendly with Fireworks: Russia vs Chile at Fisht Olympic Stadium

Welcome to our live coverage of the international friendly between Russia and Chile on November 15, 2025, at the iconic Fisht Olympic Stadium in Sochi. Kick-off was at 8:30 PM IST (6:00 PM local), and it’s been a tense affair so far. Russia, unbeaten in recent games, hosts a resilient Chile side looking to bounce back from qualifiers. With both teams prepping for future tournaments, expect attacking flair. Chile leads 1-0 at the hour mark, thanks to Gonzalo Tapia’s left-footed beauty. Follow along for ball-by-ball updates, lineups, and analysis!

Russia, under Valery Karpin, boasts home advantage and a solid run, while Chile’s Ricardo Gareca aims to spark creativity. The last meeting was a draw—history might repeat, but Tapia’s strike has Chile dreaming big. Stadium crowd: 35,000 buzzing under floodlights.

Lineups: Russia’s Home Grit vs Chile’s Flair

Russia XI: Safonov; Dzhikiya, Diveev, Osipenko; Sidorov, Barinov, Miranchuk, Zhemaletdinov; Tyukavin, Chalov, Mostovoy.

Chile XI: Bravo; Isla, Medel, Maripan, Mena; Fuenzalida, Pulgar, Vidal, Aranguiz; Tapia, Brereton Diaz.

Live Updates: Key Moments from the Match

Preview: Two Nations on the Rise

Russia, unbeaten lately, leverages home soil under Karpin. Chile, rebuilding post-qualifiers, eyes momentum with Gareca. Last meeting: Draw. Prediction: Russia 2-1 Chile—home edge wins.

How to Watch: Streams & Telecast

India: Sony Sports (TV), Sony LIV (stream)—8:30 PM IST.

US: beIN Sports—10 AM ET.

UK: TNT Sports—3 PM GMT.

Highlights on YouTube post-match.

Key Battles

• Mostovoy vs Pulgar: Russian creativity vs Chilean steel.
• Tapia vs Russia Defense: Chile’s goal threat.
• Chalov vs Bravo: Striker vs Keeper showdown.

Final Thoughts: A Friendly with Fire

Chile’s lead sets up a thriller—can Russia roar back? Share your predictions below!