World Cup 2026 Algeria must beat Austria in Kansas City to seize second in Group J, while a draw is enough to send Austria into the last 32.

The only previous time the sides shared a group, Austria were accused of conniving with West Germany to ensure both teams advanced in the tournament and Algeria were eliminated

Algeria have waited more than four decades for a chance to avenge the 'Disgrace of Gijon' that saw West Germany and Austria conspire to knock them out of the 1982 World Cup.…