History of Racism in Russian Soccer as World Cup Kicks Off Listen Download Embed Share Share this on Facebook (Opens in a new window) Share this on Twitter (Opens in a new window) Share this via Email In this Wednesday, June 21, 2017 file photo, Russia coach Stanislav Cherchesov gives indications during the Confederations Cup, Group A soccer match between Russia and Portugal. ( Ivan Sekretarev / AP Photo ) Produced by Isabel Angell Hosted by Tanzina Vega Produced by PRI and WNYC