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Luzhniki Stadium on the opening night. (Photo: Getty)
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FIFA Legend and 2010 FIFA World Cup winner Iker Casillas and Russian supermodel and philanthropist Natalia Vodianova were seen next to the World Cup Trophy at Luzhniki Stadium. (Photo: Getty)
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Iker Casillas held the World Cup trophy. (Photo: Getty)
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Global music icon Robbie Williams performed at the opening ceremony. (Photo: The Guardian)
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Arts and musical performances on the opening night. (Photo: FIFA)
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Former Brazilian football star Ronaldo and Zabivaka, the official mascot of the 2018 World Cup, appeared at the Luzhniki Stadium. (Photo: Reuters)
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Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers his opening remarks. (Photo: ITV)
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The Group A opener between Russia and Saudi Arabia took place after the opening ceremony. (Photo: FIFA)