Long-distance catch-ups, post-match selfies, meet-and-greets with fans and training sessions all feature in this week’s selection of what’s going on in the players’ lives in Russia.
Australia
Aaron Mooy may be a long way from his daughter, Skylar, but the Australia midfielder still manages to enjoy some family time following the defeat to France as father and child don Aussie wigs as well as green and yellow face paint in a display of national pride.
Islamic Republic of Iran
There was late drama in Saint Petersburg as Iran snatched all three points against Morocco in their opening fixture on Friday. Star striker Mehdi Taremi took his followers behind the scenes into the delighted Team Melli dressing room after the hard-fought win.
Japan
The Samurai Blue put in an excellent performance in a 2-1 victory over Colombia on Tuesday to become the first Asian team to beat South American opposition at the FIFA World Cup. There were smiles all round before heading back to the team hotel.
Korea Republic
The Taeguk Warriors players took time out to meet the fans in the build-up to their defeat to Sweden on Monday. They will be hoping they don’t bow out of the competition ahead of their clash with Mexico on Saturday.
Saudi Arabia
Finally, after suffering a 5-0 opening-day defeat to hosts Russia, Saudi Arabia are back in training ahead of their vital match with Uruguay on Wednesday. Will the Green Falcons manage the result they need to remain in the tournament?
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