The goals, minute by minute
- 28'Marko ArnautovicGoal · 0-1
- 45'Rafik BelghaliGoal · 1-1
- 55'Marcel SabitzerGoal · 1-2
- 60'Riyad MahrezGoal · 2-2
- 90'+3'Riyad MahrezGoal · 3-2
- 90'+6'Sasa KalajdzicGoal · 3-3
The preview
Written before the match. We've left it as it was, even where the game said otherwise.
Context
Algeria (~37th FIFA) vs Austria (~23rd FIFA) · battle for 2nd place
Level of the teams
- Algeria: physical and individually talented (Mahrez, Bennacer), but inconsistent in its collective performances.
- Austria: a solid, in-form European block, organized and physically intense. Slight favorite on balance.
Key factors
- Key match for 2nd place behind Argentina.
- Austria is more organized and balanced across the pitch.
- Algeria relies on the inspiration of its individuals.
Prediction
Most likely result: 1-1 draw (alternative: 2-1 Austria)
- Algeria win: 30%
- Draw: 30%
- Austria win: 40%
Player to watch: Riyad Mahrez, Algeria's difference-maker.
Final verdict, Confidence: medium
A very even, decisive match. Austria is a slight favorite on balance, but Algeria has the talent to level it. A draw is a very possible scenario.