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Riyad Mahrez's honest admission sparks huge match fixing controversy (Photo by Nick Tre. Smith/Icon Sportswire/Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) Algeria and Austria played out a highly controversial 3-3 draw at the World Cup 2026, a game that has left fans and pundits convinced that the result was mutually engineered. The dramatic match in Kansas City immediately revived dark historical memories, drawing heavy criticism across social media amid fierce allegations of match-fixing. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY Mutual advance knocks out Iran amid stoppage-time controversy The math ahead of the final Group J fixture was simple: a draw would guarantee both Austria and Algeria safe passage to the Round of 32, subsequently knocking out Iran, who played the World Cup in unprecedented hostile conditions . While the match featured plenty of goals, the nature of the final few minutes has sparked widespread outrage. Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez unexpectedly broke the tactical deadlock by scoring what looked to be a dramatic 93rd-minute winner to put Algeria 3-2 up. However, his goal immediately spa…

Algeria vs Austria live updates - World Cup - The New York Times FIFA World Cup 2026 Advertisement live Updated34s ago A thrilling draw has seen both Algeria and Austria qualify for the knockout stage at the 2026 World Cup. A loss for either team would have seen them eliminated in favour of Iran progressing to the round of 32, but instead both are through and Iran are out. A draw seemed certain as both teams sat back in the final minutes with the score level at 2-2, until Riyad Mahrez scored his second goal of the night to give Algeria their first lead in the third minute of stoppage time. But Sasa Kalajdzic scored three minutes later to dramatically rescue Austria's World Cup campaign. Austria will face Spain in the round of 32 on Thursday, while Algeria will take on Switzerland in Vancouver later that day. Algeria are going through as a one of the top eight third-place finishers on four points. Iran would be out on three points from three draws. This match has been full of action for a contest some cynically expected to finish 0-0. Austria have controlled the majority of play but Algeria have been plenty dangerous as well, cashing in right before half-time. It was o…

World Cup 2026 : VAR heartbreak for Croatia, Portugal through to next round Last minute VAR drama sent Croatia home after their equalizer was deemed offside against Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first World Cup goal from a penalty. Spain walked all over the Austrian team in a dominant 3-0 win. Austria, meanwhile, did not manage to get a single shot on target. Switzerland had quite an easy evening against Algeria, who were not able to make it back from 2-0 down. Only a few more games are left in the round of 32. France is getting ready to face Paraguay in the searing heat of Philadelphia.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Austria gets last-minute equalizer vs Algeria to reach round of 32 The Austrians will face ⁠Spain in the round of 32, while Algeria will take on Switzerland; the result also ended Iran’s World Cup campaign

World Cup 2026: Algeria, Austria advance after draw as Iran crash out in group stage Austria fought back to salvage a dramatic 3-3 draw with Algeria in their final World Cup Group J match on Saturday, with two stoppage-time goals securing both teams a place in the Round of 32 and eliminating Iran. Argentina topped the group, while Austria finished second and Algeria advanced among the best third-placed teams.

World Cup 2026 : 215 goals in record breaking group stage Austria and Algeria went down to the wire in a match full of drama. Austria's last-minute goal means both teams are through to the next round. Celebrations are also due for the Democratic Republic of Congo who have qualified for the first time in their history, thanks to their 3-1 win against Uzbekistan. Portugal and Colombia stayed level at 0-0. England finished top of group L, putting two past Panama. The round of 32 fixtures are all confirmed, the first knockout game sees Canada go up against South Africa in Los Angeles.

How Algeria, Austria advanced to World Cup knockout stage with dramatic ... Andrew Gitto Imagn Images When the dust settled at Arrowhead Stadium, the rare circumstance where two teams before a knockout stage advanced from the same game. Both Algeria and Austria finished as the second and third-place teams in Group J, with their points and goal differentials deemed worthy of admittance into the Round of 32. The knockout-stage picture changed six separate times in Saturday night's match between Algeria and Austria. When Austria opened up the scoring, Algeria was eliminated from theWorld Cupsince they needed a draw or better to advance. "The Fennecs" of Algeria continued to equalize shortly after the Austrians pulled ahead. At one point, Algeria led this match 3-2, which, if the result had held, would have eliminated Austria from the Round of 32. Austria needed a draw or a win to remain in second place in Group J, and needed late-game heroics to salvage the country's World Cup hopes. Here's why both teams playing in the last game of the group stage qualified for the Round of 32. 2026 WORLD CUP HQ:Latest World Cup news|World Cup draw results|Buy World Cup tickets When Austria's…

Austria-Algeria 3-3 draw sparks match-fixing debate - Pak24tv Published 1 day ago | ByPak24tv The final Group J match between Austria and Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in a 3-3 draw, but the result sparked fresh debate after a thrilling encounter. The draw sent both teams through to the knockout stages, while Iran were eliminated from the event, prompting Iranian fans to strongly object and demand an investigation from FIFA. Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez's comments after the match have made the match even more suspicious. Riyad Mahrez said the situation was a bit strange. We were trying to play fast, while the Austrians were mostly playing behind. Then the ball came to me at the last minute, so I had no choice but to try to score. I respect the rules of the game and football. Mahrez added that the good thing for them was that they (Austria) also scored and they also qualified. We both reached the next stage and that was the most important thing today. Talking about his injury-time goal, the Algerian captain said, “I know it was an embarrassing situation, but what would I have done if the ball had come to me?”Following Riyad Mahrez’s comments, speculations about mat…

The goal that sparked chaos: 110 passes, Mahrez finish, Austria panic ... FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE 2m ago Michael Steele/Getty Images Austria and Algeria knew a draw in their final Group J game on Saturday would be enough to send both of them through to the World Cup knockout stages. That result would take the two nations onto four points, Austria would then progress as runners-up behind Argentina thanks to a superior goal difference, and Algeria would be one of the eight best third-place teams across the 12 groups. Iran would then miss out on a place in the round of 32, having finished third in Group G with three points. Advertisement In Italian football, they call it a biscotto (literal meaning cookie/biscuit) — aka, a game in which both sides mutually benefit from a specific outcome. Afamous example of this type of match was the ‘Disgrace of Gijon’ at the 1982 World Cup, when West Germany and Austria played out a result they knew would put them both through and eliminate Algeria. At every World Cup since, the final two games in each group have been played simultaneously. Get free access to the most comprehensive World Cup coverage in The Athletic app Two of those thr…

Algeria and Austria's dramatic draw sends Iran out of World Cup AustriaandAlgeriaplayed to a thrilling 3-3 draw Saturday night in what amounted to a win-win result in their World Cup group-stage finale, allowing both to advance to the knockout round while eliminatingIranfrom the tournament. The game was tied 2-2 in the closing minutes, and Algeria looked as if they were content to run out the clock, when captainRiyad Mahrezscored his second goal with about a minute left in stoppage time. That put Austria on the verge of elimination, only forSasa Kalajdzicto head in the equalizing goal moments later and rescue Das Team's World Cup hopes. Marko ArnautovicandMarcel Sabitzeralso had goals for Austria, which finished second behindArgentinain Group J to advance for the first time since 1982. Their reward is a matchup with European championsSpainon Thursday in the Los Angeles area. -Messi nets again, Argentina earn third World Cup win-Iran coach on VAR call: 'We're an unlucky team'-Knockout bracket challenge Rafik Belghalialso scored for Algeria, who became the ninth of 10 teams from Africa to advance. They finished third in the group but get a potentially easier round of 32 showdown…

4 Takeaways From A Dramatic Ending Between Austria And Algeria In The ... In what was the most dramatic ending to a group-stage match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Austria and Algeria played to a wild 3-3 draw at Kansas City Stadium on Saturday night. For most of the second half, Austria and Algeria appeared content with a 2-2 draw and seemingly did not want to take any more risks, knowing the result would send both teams through. But then in stoppage time, Algeria took the lead on a very surprising, high-quality move into the Austrian box and an emphatic finish. Austria was now facing elimination, with only about two minutes to get an equalizer. Against all odds, Austria pulled it off via Sasa Kalajdzic, who scored less than a minute after coming into the game. Both Austria and Algeria are through, but what a wild ride it was. Here are my thoughts on perhaps the most dramatic game of the group stage. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) Starting around the 70th minute, both teams looked content to play for a draw, knowing both would advance. Algeria was passing around while not showing any interest in getting forward. It was very boring, and the crowd was whistling loudly. …

DR Congo advance but Iran out as wild World Cup group stage wraps <p>The Democratic Republic of Congo became the latest underdogs to roar at the World Cup on Saturday,<a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2011281/wissa-sends-dr-congo-into-world-cup-last-32-clash-with-england"> battling </a>into the knockout rounds for the first time as Iran’s rollercoaster campaign ended in elimination.</p> <p>A chaotic finale to the tournament’s expanded group phase saw Austria and Algeria fill the final two berths in the last 32 late on Saturday after battling to an extraordinary 3-3 draw in Group J — a result that dashed Iran’s hopes of advancing from their group.</p> <p>A win for either Austria or Algeria would have allowed Iran to squeeze into the last 32, and it looked as if the Asian side would advance when Riyadh Mahrez scored in the third minute of stoppage time to put the Algerians into a 3-2 lead.</p> <p>But Iranian joy was short-lived when Sasa Kalajdzic arrowed in a header in the sixth minute of injury time to snatch a draw for Austria and spark pandemonium in Kansas City.</p> <p>Austria midfielder Marcel Sabitzer, who scored Austria’s second goal, described the closing moments as “weird…

Austria and Algeria draw 3-3 at World Cup to advance to ... - MARCA World Cup Austria and Algeria draw 3-3 at World Cup to advance to knockout round and send Iranians home Austria's late goal means they will play Spain in the Round of 32. Algeria and Austria both advanced despite last-minute goals by each. LAPRESSE LAPRESSE Updated 27/06/2026 - 23:16 CDT Compartir en Facebook Compartir en Twitter Compartir en Telegram Compartir en Whatsapp Compartir por Mail Liga MX. Gilberto Mora's first World Cup start earns him serious interest from one of the best European clubs in the world MLS. Lionel Messi's close friend at Inter Miami reveals intimate thought the legend had about his future Austria and Algeria played to a thrilling 3-3 draw Saturday night in what amounted to a win-win result in their World Cup group-stage finale, allowing both to advance to the knockout round while eliminating Iran from the tournament. The game was tied 2-all in the closing minutes, and Algeria looked as if it was content to run out the clock, when captain Riyad Mahrez scored his second goal with about a minute left in stoppage time. That put Austria on the verge of elimination, only for Sasa Kalaj…

2026 World Cup Group J Scenarios, Standings: What Austria, Algeria ... Argentina has already won Group J and will face Cape Verde in Miami on July 3. But the race for second place, and what could be a more favorable road through the knockouts, is still very much alive. Austria and Algeria are level on points heading into tonight's kickoffs. Jordan vs. Argentina is on FOX and Algeria vs. Austria is on FS1. Here is what every team in Group J needs heading into the final matchday. For a full breakdown of every group at the2026 World Cup, see thecomplete group scenarios guide at FOX Sports. Argentina has won the group and will face Cape Verde in Miami on July 3. Argentina has already secured first place in Group J and will play in the Round of 32. Tonight's match against Jordan is a chance for the defending champions to fine-tune their lineup before the knockout stage begins. Expect Lionel Scaloni to rest key players. Austria advance to the Round of 32 with a win or draw against Algeria. A win gives Austria six points and second place. A draw leaves Austria and Algeria level on four points, but Austria would take second on tiebreakers, with overall goal difference favoring Austria…

Why Algeria vs. Austria is 2026 World Cup's biggest grudge match - ESPN Group J at the 2026FIFA World Cupis playing out exactly as most people expected.Argentinaare top with six points heading into the final round of games, where they are expected to maintain their perfect record against already eliminatedJordan. The only remaining question is whetherAustriaorAlgeria, who both have three points, will claim second place -- and whether either team actually wants it. Thanks to the tournament bracket, the runner-up appears set for a tricky tie againstSpainin the round of 32. It might sound strange to insinuate that a team competing on the biggest stage in soccer might not be overly bothered about winning. But in Austria's case, it would not be the first time. -How can teams qualify for knockout rounds of World Cup?-The 2026 World Cup's biggest winners and losers so far-Why every round-of-32 team will, won't win World Cup At the 1982 World Cup in Spain, Austria feebly embraced a 1-0 defeat to West Germany in the final group game at El Molinón in Gijón -- a result that took both teams through at Algeria's expense and changed the World Cup forever. It would become known as the "Disg…

Austria Sets Up Spain Clash After the Wildest Ending of the World Cup Austria booked a Round of 32 showdown against Spain after one of the most dramatic finishes of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 3-3 draw against Algeria sent both nations through to the knockout stage, but only after six unforgettable minutes of stoppage time. The match began cautiously, with both teams prioritizing tactical discipline over attacking ambition. Chances were limited and the contest resembled a chess match rather than a World Cup encounter. The deadlock was broken in the 28th minute when Austria captain Marko Arnautovic controlled a long pass behind the defense and beat the goalkeeper with an awkward but effective finish. The goal temporarily eliminated Algeria. The Desert Foxes responded before halftime. After several dangerous attacks, Belghali produced a moment of brilliance, dribbling past defenders inside the penalty area before curling his shot into the top corner to level the score at 1-1. Austria regained the advantage shortly after the break. Marcel Sabitzer finished powerfully after excellent work down the right flank from Laimer, restoring his side's lead and once again placing Algeria o…