Algeria vs Austria

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World Cup · Jun 28, 2026 · 02:00 · Arrowhead Stadium

Final score: Algeria 3–3 Austria

Match preview

The World Cup kicks off for both Algeria and Austria on June 28, 2026, with neither side having established any recent form to analyze. This Group Stage encounter is a true clean slate, presenting an intriguing opening fixture where early momentum will be crucial. With identical win probabilities for either side or a draw, the bookmakers clearly see this as an evenly matched contest, devoid of a clear favourite.

For Algeria, the focus will be on harnessing the passionate support and translating it into a strong start. Their tactical approach and ability to integrate new talent will be key. Austria, similarly, will be eager to lay down a marker, relying on their collective discipline and any individual brilliance they possess. Fans should watch for early tactical battles in midfield and how each team adapts to the pressure of the tournament's opening game. Set pieces could prove decisive in a fixture expected to be tightly contested. This match promises to be a cagey affair, with both teams prioritising not losing their opener.

Standings

Algeria: #3 · 4 Pts · 3 P (1W 1D 1L)
Austria: #2 · 4 Pts · 3 P (1W 1D 1L)

Recent form

Algeria

W Jun 23, 2026: Jordan 1–2 Algeria
L Jun 17, 2026: Argentina 3–0 Algeria

Austria

L Jun 22, 2026: Argentina 2–0 Austria
W Jun 17, 2026: Austria 3–1 Jordan

Head-to-head

2026-06-28T02:00:00+00:00: Algeria – Austria

Lineups

Algeria (Formation: 4-2-3-1)

23. L. Zidane, 17. R. Belghali, 2. A. Mandi, 21. R. Bensebaini, 15. R. Ait-Nouri, 14. H. Boudaoui, 6. R. Zerrouki, 7. R. Mahrez, 22. I. Maza, 10. F. Chaibi, 9. A. Gouiri

Austria (Formation: 4-2-3-1)

1. A. Schlager, 5. S. Posch, 3. K. Danso, 8. D. Alaba, 20. K. Laimer, 6. N. Seiwald, 4. X. Schlager, 18. R. Schmid, 24. P. Wanner, 9. M. Sabitzer, 11. M. Gregoritsch

Match events

11' Card Yellow Card — M. Arnautovic (Austria)
28' Goal Normal Goal — M. Arnautovic (Austria) (assists: D. Alaba)
45' Goal Normal Goal — R. Belghali (Algeria)
46' subst Substitution 1 — M. Arnautovic (Austria) (assists: M. Gregoritsch)
46' subst Substitution 2 — X. Schlager (Austria) (assists: F. Grillitsch)
46' subst Substitution 3 — R. Schmid (Austria) (assists: P. Wanner)
55' Goal Normal Goal — M. Sabitzer (Austria) (assists: K. Laimer)
60' Goal Normal Goal — R. Mahrez (Algeria) (assists: H. Aouar)
62' subst Substitution 4 — D. Alaba (Austria) (assists: K. Danso)
71' subst Substitution 1 — J. Hadjam (Algeria) (assists: R. Ait-Nouri)
71' subst Substitution 2 — A. Gouiri (Algeria) (assists: Z. Belaid)
71' subst Substitution 3 — R. Belghali (Algeria) (assists: S. Chergui)
90'+3 Goal Normal Goal — R. Mahrez (Algeria) (assists: H. Aouar)
90'+4 subst Substitution 4 — H. Aouar (Algeria) (assists: F. Ghedjemis)
90'+5 subst Substitution 5 — P. Mwene (Austria) (assists: S. Kalajdzic)
90'+6 Goal Normal Goal — (Austria)