A match between West Germany and Austria cost Algeria its bid at qualifying for the second round, and is the reason why all final group stage matches are now played simultaneously
A match between West Germany and Austria cost Algeria its bid at qualifying for the second round, and is the reason why all final group stage matches are now played simultaneously
The World Cup 1982 match between West Germany and Austria is infamously known as the Disgrace of Gijon as both sides colluded to ensure qualification (Imago Images/Horstmuller via Reuters)
Published date: 26 June 2026 09:00 UTC
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