FIFA World Cup 2026's Best Match Yet? Austria and Algeria Deliver Six-Goal Thriller to Reach Knockouts

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:31am on 28 Jun 2026,Sunday Sports

Austria and Algeria produced what could be the most thrilling match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 so far, playing out a dramatic 3-3 draw that sent both teams into the knockout stage and eliminated Iran. The Group J clash featured six goals, constant lead changes and a breathtaking finish. Riyad Mahrez appeared to have won it for Algeria with a 93rd-minute strike, but substitute Sasa Kalajdzic headed home a dramatic equaliser in the 96th minute. The result capped one of the tournament's most unforgettable matches, with both teams advancing after an entertaining contest played at full intensity from start to finish.

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