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James Cormack

Algeria vs. Austria—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Algeria and Austria face off at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday evening, knowing that a draw would likely send both teams into the round of 32.

The pair each boast three points heading into gameweek three, with victories over Jordan ensuring the debutant will finish bottom of Group J. Austria currently boasts a goal difference advantage over its upcoming opponents, so if the duel were to end all-square, Ralf Rangnick’s side would join Argentina in the knockouts as runner-up, while Algeria would be one of the eight best-performing third-place finishers.

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