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Why Austria may prefer to lose their final World Cup group game

Why Austria may prefer to lose their final World Cup group game

Austria are currently second in Group J, ahead of third-placed Algeria on goal difference; the teams meet in the final group game with Argentina already assured of top spot. Jordan eliminated; Austria and Algeria will know their potential last-32 opponents at kick-off

Wednesday 24 June 2026 12:04, UK

Source: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12098/13557299/world-cup-2026-why-austria-may-prefer-to-lose-their-final-world-cup-group-j-game-against-algeria

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