The match was held at Spartak Stadium, a modern venue built on the outskirts of Moscow just three years ago.
Russian Federation go into their last group game against Mexico on Saturday in Kazan knowing that most likely nothing less than a win will be enough to claim a semifinal spot, with the Gold Cup winners widely expected to beat New Zealand in Wednesday's second Group A game.
Leeds United striker Wood opened the scoring three minutes before half-time, ending a 555-minute goal drought for the All Whites in the Confederations Cup and putting them on course for a first win in a Federation Internationale de Football Association tournament.
A stoppage-time equaliser from Roma defender Hector Moreno secured a 2-2 draw from their Group A opener against Portugal in Kazan.
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo has once again opted against answering questions at the obligatory post-match press conference after inspiring Portugal to a 1-0 victory over Russian Federation.
"Sometimes little ailments come out after the second or third match but I don't think we have any injuries".
Ronaldo on target in Portugal win
However, the 18-year-old had a second half to forget as the revitalised Mexicans stormed back, creating a swag of chances. And Peralta hit the victor in the 72nd minute when Aquino pulled the ball back for the 33-year-old to find the net.
"We're thinking of giving opportunities to others to once again put out a very fresh and very competitive team", Osorio said upon arrival in Sochi on Monday. He has been accused by Spanish authorities of evading 14.7mn euros ($16.5mn) in tax and has been summoned to appear in court next month in Madrid.
But he was all smiles, escorting a young mascot in a wheelchair out onto the Moscow pitch before netting his first Confederations Cup goal.
Portugal's tournament hopes took a blow with a possible broken leg for Guerreiro, who was substituted in the 65th after limping off injured.
A great cross to the back post found Ronaldo, completely unchallenged, who calmly headed home past Akinfeev. Fedor Smolov scored in the second half to seal the win for the host nation.
New Zealand striker Chris Wood reflected with disappointment on a mixed evening in front of goal as Mexico secured a 2-1 comeback win in a feisty clash at Fisht Stadium. "We managed to change a few things in the second half, and were able to attack".
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