Austria and Algeria reach World Cup knockouts after 3-3 thriller

Algeria and Austria played out an incredible 3-3 draw in Kansas City on Saturday that ensured both teams qualified for the World Cup knockout rounds and eliminated Iran...

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In an incredible 3-3 draw at the Kansas City Stadium on June 27, 2026, both Algeria and Austria secured places in the World Cup knockout rounds, eliminating Iran.

The match saw late drama with goals from Riyad Mahrez and Sasa Kalajdzic in stoppage time.
Key scorers included Marko Arnautovic, Rafik Belghali, Marcel Sabitzer, and two from Riyad Mahrez.
Both Algeria and Austria finished Group J on four points, behind group winners Argentina.