FIFA does not pursue match-fixing investigation for Algeria-Austria tie
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 7:04 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
FIFA will not investigate allegations of match-fixing regarding the recent 3-3 draw between Algeria and Austria in the World Cup group stage. Claims suggested both teams agreed to the result to progress to the knockout rounds, with a dramatic final-minute equalizer by Austria. Despite the speculation, FIFA has expressed no concerns about the match's integrity. Players involved, including Riyad Mahrez, acknowledged the strange dynamics of the match but affirmed their commitment to play fairly. Austria will face Spain in the Round of 32, while Algeria will meet Switzerland.
- •Austria and Algeria drew 3-3 in World Cup group stage.
- •FIFA dismissed match-fixing claims without launching an investigation.
- •Riyad Mahrez noted the match felt 'awkward' at times.
- •Austria will play Spain in the Round of 32.
- •Algeria will face Switzerland in the knockout stage.
- 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — FIFA reaches investigation decision after claims of match fixing in World Cup tie
"Claims have been swirling surrounding potential match fixing in the recent group stage tie between Algeria and Austria at the World Cup, with FIFA having now reached a decision regarding a potential investigation
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