The North Africans know that a victory will guarantee them a place in the second round of a World Cup for the first time in their footballing history, while a draw might also be sufficient. Opponents Russia know nothing less than a win can secure their own place in the round of 16, but Halilhodzic is calling on his players to show their talent on the pitch once again.
"My feeling is that at this moment we can make history," he told reporters at a pre-match press conference. "We want to look for qualification against a great team like Russia.
