Algeria and Austria played out one of the most dramatic group matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a thrilling 3‑3 draw sent both teams into the knockout stage. Austria twice led before Algeria fought back, with Riyad Mahrez appearing to have won it in stoppage time. However, Sasa Kalajdzic headed home with virtually the final touch of the match to rescue a point and secure Austria's place in the Round of 32, while Algeria also advanced as one of the best third-placed teams.