Football Shorts - Episode 9 RUSSIA PREPARE FOR CROATIA EURO 2008

The video discusses the Russian football team's preparations for the 2008 qualifier against Croatia, led by coach Guus Hiddink. Hiddink aims to elevate Russia's performance, drawing on his successful past with South Korea and Australia. Croatia, with a new coach, Slavon Village, is also highlighted for its strong football history, including its unbeaten run in the 2006 World Cup qualifiers.

Which coach is leading the Russian team in their 2008 qualifier preparations?

• Fabio Capello

• Guus Hiddink

• Marcello Lippi

• Slavon Village

What is one of Guus Hiddink's notable achievements before coaching Russia?

• Winning the World Cup with Italy

• Guiding South Korea to the World Cup semi-finals

• Coaching Brazil to a Copa America victory

• Leading Germany to a European Championship

What is Hiddink's primary goal for the Russian team?

• To win the World Cup

• To host the next World Cup

• To qualify for the European Championships

• To defeat Croatia in a friendly match

What is a notable fact about Croatia's performance in the 2006 World Cup qualifiers?

• They scored the most goals

• They were unbeaten

• They had the youngest team

• They won all their matches

Who was appointed as the new coach of Croatia at the age of 37?

• Guus Hiddink

• Slavon Village

• Fabio Capello

• Marcello Lippi