Austria and Algeria draw 3-3, eliminating Iran from knockout rounds

In a dramatic 3-3 tie on Saturday, Austria and Algeria secured their spots in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, eliminating Iran from contention. Both teams entered the match knowing that only a draw would allow them to advance, given their previous records. Algeria's Riyad Mahrez scored late in stoppage time to briefly celebrate progress, but Sasa Kalajdzic equalized for Austria shortly after, sealing Iran's fate. The result means Austria finishes second in Group J, and Algeria qualifies as a third-place team. Next week, Austria faces Spain while Algeria takes on Switzerland in the knockout rounds.

• 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup Group J: Wild Austria-Algeria tie locks Iran out of knockout rounds