Russia begin their Euro 2016 football tournament journey on Saturday, playing their first match against England at the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille.

So come on, quick: Name five players from Russia's starting lineup.

Well?

Come on then!

Right, this is awkward. And if you watch the game with Russian friends who know their team well, or you're a Russian with a newly discovered interest in football, awkward ignorance is best avoided.

Which is why we've compiled a complete cheat sheet for you, featuring useful facts about each player. We've also included tips on which small talk nuggets to offer — and which pitfalls to avoid.

You're welcome.

Akinfeev was born in 1986 and has played for his country's national squad 86 times.

Do say: "Wasn't he the one who said team Russia hoped they'd play England because they'd be easier to beat than France, Germany or Spain?"

Don't say: "Can you turn the television down a bit? I want to listen to him sing!"

Born in Brazil in 1985, he stands 6 feet 6 inches tall, weighs 78 kilograms and plays for Lokomotiv Moscow.

Do say: "Did you know he was the first naturalized Russian player on the national team who wasn't born in one of the post-Soviet states?"

Don't say: "Wait, he doesn't have a last name?"

The 26-year-old goalkeeper made his debut on Team Russia in a 2013 friendly against South Korea.

Do say: "I'd tell you which Greek teams he played for, but I can't pronounce them."

Don't say: "Seriously, he conceded 3 goals in 7 games?"