Rangnick dismisses collusion talk after Austria and Algeria advance after ‘mad’ World Cup draw
Key takeaways
- Austria coach Ralf Rangnick dismissed suggestions his team had played for a draw against Algeria after Saturday's 3-3 World Cup match sent both teams through to the knockout stage.
- By: FRANCE 24 Austria head coach Ralf Rangnick looks on during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Algeria and Austria in Kansas City, on June 27, 2026.
- The dramatic finale that sent both teams through to the knockout stage, he said, was proof there had been no collusion.
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Austria coach Ralf Rangnick dismissed suggestions his team had played for a draw against Algeria after Saturday's 3-3 World Cup match sent both teams through to the knockout stage. Austria will now face off against Spain in the round of 32 on July 2 in California.
By: FRANCE 24 Austria head coach Ralf Rangnick looks on during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Algeria and Austria in Kansas City, on June 27, 2026. © Reed Hoffman, AP Austria coach Ralf Rangnick scoffed at suggestions his side had played for a mutually beneficial draw against Algeria after Saturday's chaotic 3-3 World Cup thriller.
The dramatic finale that sent both teams through to the knockout stage, he said, was proof there had been no collusion.