Group J: Algeria 3-3 Austria

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Group J: Algeria 3-3 Austria

Kansas City: Algeria and Austria played out an incredible 3-3 draw in Kansas City on Saturday that ensured both teams qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout rounds and eliminated Islamic Republic of Iran.

Veteran forward Marko Arnautovic put the European side in front at Arrowhead Stadium but Rafik Belghali levelled shortly before half-time, benefiting from a huge slice of luck.

 

Marcel Sabitzer restored Austria's lead with a superb strike but minutes later Algeria were all-square again thanks to former Manchester City star Riyad Mahrez.

 

Mahrez netted again in the 93rd minute and then, in the final seconds Sasa Kalajdzic, just on as a substitute, headed home – sparking scenes of wild joy from the Austrian squad.

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Group J: Jordan 1-3 Argentina

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Group J: Jordan 1-3 Argentina

Arlington: Valiant Jordan's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign ended with a 3-1 defeat to Argentina in their Group J tie on Saturday.

The tournament debutants gave it a go against the South American side but had to concede to the defending champions' superiority, with Lionel Messi coming off the bench to score his sixth goal of the tournament.

Lack of creativity cost Saudi Arabia, admits Donis

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Lack of creativity cost Saudi Arabia, admits Donis

Houston: Georgios Donis admitted Saudi Arabia had only themselves to blame after being eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Friday.

A win against Cabo Verde would have sealed knockout stage progression for the first time since their debut appearance in the 1994 edition but the three-time AFC Asian Cup™ champions could only manage a goalless draw.

That meant tournament debutants Cabo Verde advanced as the Group H runners-up while Saudi Arabia were left to rue a missed opportunity as they finished on two points.

Arnold: Strong domestic league crucial for Iraq's growth

Sat, 27 Jun, 2026

Arnold: Strong domestic league crucial for Iraq's growth

Toronto: Iraq's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign may have ended on a low-key note but head coach Graham Arnold believes the future is bright if immediate steps are taken by the West Asian nation.

A 5-0 defeat to Senegal on Friday brought the curtains down on Iraq's return to the global stage after 40 years, having lost 3-0 to France and 4-1 to Norway in their earlier Group I matches.

Qualification to the global stage was secured after an arduous journey but Arnold said Iraq can look forward to consistently rubbing shoulders with the world's best if they work on improving their domestic league.

Egypt coach optimistic about Salah

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Egypt coach optimistic about Salah

Seattle: Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan said he was optimistic about the health of Mohamed Salah despite the star striker's second-half exit during his country's 1-1 FIFA World Cup 2026 draw with Islamic Republic of Iran on Friday.

The result meant Egypt qualified for the knockout stage by finishing second in Group G.

Group K: Congo DR 3-1 Uzbekistan

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Group K: Congo DR 3-1 Uzbekistan

Atlanta: Uzbekistan bid farewell to the FIFA World Cup 2026 following a 3-1 defeat to Congo DR in their Group K tie on Saturday.

The result meant the tournament debutants concluded their campaign with three losses while Congo DR advanced to a Round of 32 clash against England.