LAGOS: FIFA president Gianni Infantino insisted on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila) that Russia is ready to host the World Cup later this year, despite reports that several stadiums have failed to meet completion deadlines.

Russia will host the World Cup from June 14 to July 15 across 11 cities.

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