Russia into Semis after 3-1 win over Netherlands

Russia won an unexpected place in the Euro 2008 semi-finals with a thoroughly deserved 3-1 extra-time win over the Dutch on Saturday.

Coached by Dutchman Guus Hiddink, the Russians finished off their tired opponents with late goals from substitute Dmitry Torbinsky and playmaker Andrei Arshavin after the teams had finished level at 1-1 by the end of regular time.

The Russians will face the winners of Sunday’s quarter-final between Italy and Spain for a place in the Vienna showpiece