Both teams have won their previous two matches but Uruguay need a win in order to finish the opening round as group winners while a draw will be enough for Russia since they enjoy a superior goal difference.
The most highly rated team in the group with several stars in their line-up, Uruguay have not been at their best during identical 1-0 wins over Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
However, the South Americans boast one of the strongest attacking line-ups in the tournament which includes the likes of star forwards Luis Suarez, Edinson Cavani and Maxi G?mez.
Their defence, marshalled by skipper Diego God?n, are yet to concede a goal and the Uruguayans will definitely like to keep it that way. God?n is playing in his third World Cup and his experience should come in handy as the business end of the tournament approaches.
Jos? Gim?nez is Godin's partner in the centre of the Uruguay defence and the Atl?tico Madrid star has made a good impression so far in his maiden World Cup.
Russia in contrast, have been more spectacular. They thrashed the Saudis 5-0 in the tournament's inaugural match before outclassing Egypt 3-1.
Left winger Denis Cheryshev has played a starring role for Russia with three goals as the hosts entered the second round for the first time since the break-up of the Soviet Union.
The 27-year-old will aim to maintain his superb form as the Russians face their toughest test of the group stage.
The Russian defence however, did not face too many problems in the first two matches but the likes of Suarez and Cavani should be a different matter altogether.
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