Last-Gasp Austria Equaliser Stuns Algeria in 3-3 World Cup Thriller, Iran Eliminated

Algeria and Austria served up one of the 2026 World Cup’s most dramatic group games in Kansas City, ending in a 3-3 draw. Austria took the lead through Marko Arnautovic, but Rafik Belghali’s composed strike levelled matters before half-time. Marcel Sabitzer restored Austria’s advantage after the break, only for Riyad Mahrez to peg them back with a fine finish. In the dying seconds, Mahrez thought he had secured victory for Algeria, but Saša Kalajdžić headed Austria level and sealed second place in Group J. Austria advance to the round of 32, Algeria qualify as one of the best third-placed sides, and Iran exit the tournament.

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