Algeria edges Austria in thrilling World Cup group stage finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 7:34 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The World Cup group stage concluded dramatically with Algeria defeating Austria in extra time, sending Iran home. Lionel Messi scored his sixth goal in the tournament, helping Argentina secure a spot in the knockout round. Despite expanded group dynamics leading to some teams resting starters, several matches remained highly competitive. Germany suffered a surprising loss to Ecuador, and Spain eliminated Uruguay. The tournament's knockouts begin this week with teams like Argentina and the U.S. looking to advance further after the group stage excitement.
- •Algeria eliminated Iran with an extra-time goal against Austria.
- •Messi scored his sixth goal in the group stage.
- •Germany lost to Ecuador, impacting their advancement.
- •Spain defeated Uruguay, sending the latter home.
- •Knockout matches will start this week across various venues.
- 7:34 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup Delivers Dramatic Finish to Group Stage
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