Russia defeats Kenya 4-0: Zenit player scores a goal and assists

Match highlights

The Russian national football team defeated Kenya 4-0 in a friendly match on Tuesday. The match was played at the Kazan Arena in Kazan, Russia. Zenit St. Petersburg forward Alexander Kokorin scored a goal and assisted on another in the victory.

Russia took the lead in the 12th minute when Kokorin headed in a cross from Mario Fernandes. Kokorin then set up Artem Dzyuba for a goal in the 23rd minute. Denis Cheryshev and Stanislav Krishchuk added goals in the second half to seal the victory.

The victory was Russia's second in a row after defeating Iceland 3-1 last week. The team is now undefeated in its last five matches.

Kokorin's performance

Kokorin was one of Russia's best players on the night. The 28-year-old scored a goal and assisted on another in the victory.

Kokorin has been in good form for Zenit this season, scoring 10 goals in 19 appearances. He has also been called up to the Russian national team for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches.

Russia's World Cup preparations

The victory over Kenya was an important part of Russia's preparations for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The team will host the tournament next year and will be looking to make a deep run into the competition.

Russia is ranked 35th in FIFA's world rankings. The team has been drawn into Group H for the World Cup, along with Poland, Senegal, and Colombia.