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Rangnick dismisses collusion talk after Austria and Algeria advance after ‘mad’ World Cup draw

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.
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 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.

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.

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