Spain faces Austria for Round of 16 spot in World Cup clash

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Spain faces Austria for Round of 16 spot in World Cup clash
Summary

Spain and Austria compete in the Round of 16 of the World Cup in Los Angeles. Spain topped Group H with seven points but has not been dominant in their matches so far. Austria's qualification was secured by a 96th-minute goal from Sasa Kalajdzic in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Algeria. Both teams are fielding strong lineups, with Austria bringing seven Bundesliga players into the match. The game remains ongoing.

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  • Spain finished Group H at the top with seven points.
  • Austria qualified after a dramatic draw against Algeria.
  • Ralf Rangnick's Austria includes seven Bundesliga players.
  • The match is being played in Los Angeles.
  • Luis de la Fuente manages Spain's squad.
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Spain face Austria in the next clash for the Round of 16 spot. The European champions have not been spectacular so far, but they did finish Group H in top spot with seven points. Ralf Rangnick's Austr...

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