Messi scores again as Austria saves their World Cup hopes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 6:06 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
In the final group matches ahead of knockout rounds, Austria made a dramatic late play to keep their World Cup hopes alive. Argentina secured a 3-1 victory over Algeria, with Lionel Messi contributing a goal after coming off the bench. Meanwhile, Portugal and Colombia played to a scoreless draw. DR Congo staged a remarkable comeback against Uzbekistan, advancing to the round of 32. The knockout rounds are set to begin soon, with teams vying for a pathway to the title.
- •Austria saved themselves in the last second of their match.
- •Messi scored for Argentina after coming on as a substitute.
- •Argentina won 3-1 against Algeria.
- •Portugal and Colombia ended their match 0-0.
- •DR Congo advanced by turning around their match against Uzbekistan.
- 6:06 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 World Cup highlights: Austria at the death! Messi scores again
"On the night leading into Sunday, the final group matches took place! Austria quite literally saved themselves in the very last second. But see for yourself: Despite coming on as a substitute, Messi ...
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