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Austria exits World Cup after defeat to Spain despite Schlager's saves

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 12:12 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Austria exits World Cup after defeat to Spain despite Schlager's saves

Summary

Austria's national soccer team finished its World Cup journey with a 0-3 loss to Spain, marking the end of their tournament aspirations. The match took place recently in the North American tournament, where goalkeeper Alexander Schlager delivered a strong performance, making six saves against the reigning European champions. Despite the defeat, around 4,000 fans supported the team at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg. Austria will return to action next month with a Bundesliga opener against TSV Hartberg.

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By the Numbers

•Austria lost 0-3 to Spain in the World Cup.
•Goalkeeper Alexander Schlager made six crucial saves.
•Around 4,000 fans attended the match at Red Bull Arena.
•Austria will host TSV Hartberg on August 1 for Bundesliga.
•The team's World Cup campaign ends with this defeat.

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12:12 PMYahoo Sports — Schlager saves can't prevent Austria exit

What they're saying

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Our goalkeeper shines against SpainThe Austrian national team's World Cup journey has come to an end. Facing the reigning European champions, Spain, Austria bowed out of the North American tournament ...
— Yahoo Sports

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