World Cup
Algeria vs Austria
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 - 03:00 (UK Time)
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Algeria vs Austria Prediction & Stats - World Cup 2026
Predictions
Sunday brings a decisive match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Algeria and Austria meet in a decisive Group J clash at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, with a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage hanging in the balance. Argentina have already secured top spot in the group, while Jordan is out of contention, leaving these two nations locked in a direct battle for the remaining automatic qualification berth.
The fixture also carries significant historical weight, marking their first competitive World Cup meeting since the controversial 1982 encounter known as the "Disgrace of Gijón," allowing Algeria to settle a decades-old score.
Read the Algeria vs Austria prediction and see who has more to gain in this decisive World Cup fixture.
Prediction for Algeria vs Austria in the 2026 World Cup
Who goes through? Who heads home? This is the match that could define everything for Algeria and Austria in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
See the bet we recommend:
Eagle Predict Prediction
2nd Half Draw
Last updated on 27-06-2026.
Who is the favourite to win?
According to leading UK-licensed bookmakers, Austria are the favourites to win, with 43% of the odds pointing to victory.
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🆚 Match: Algeria vs Austria
🏆 Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date: Sunday, 28/06/2026
🕐 Time: 03:00 UK time
🏟️ Stadium: Arrowhead Stadium
Algeria in the 2026 World Cup
Algeria come into this match with 2 match(es) played in the 2026 World Cup. See the record for Algeria:
World Cup campaign
1 win(s), 0 draw(s), and 1 defeat(s)
Average: 1.5 point(s) per match
2 goals scored in the World Cup (1 per match)
4 goals conceded in the World Cup (2 per match)
Algeria in 2026:
12 win(s), 2 draw(s), and 2 defeat(s) across all competitions
Top scorer: Mohamed Amoura with 10 goal(s)
Assists: Mohamed Amoura with 4 assists
Latest results for Algeria
22/06/2026 23:00
16/06/2026 21:00
10/06/2026 20:00
03/06/2026 14:45
31/03/2026 14:30
Austria in the 2026 World Cup
Austria come into this clash with 2 match(es) played in the 2026 World Cup.
See what Austria have done so far:
World Cup campaign:
1 win(s), 0 draw(s), and 1 defeat(s)
Average: 1.5 point(s) per match
3 goals scored in the World Cup (1.5 per match)
3 goals conceded in the World Cup (1.5 per match)
Austria in 2026
10 win(s), 1 draw(s), and 2 defeat(s) across all competitions
Top scorer: Marko Arnautović with 8 goal(s)
Assists: Marcel Sabitzer with 3 assists
Latest results for Austria
22/06/2026 13:00
17/06/2026 00:00
01/06/2026 14:45
31/03/2026 14:45
27/03/2026 13:00
Algeria vs Austria: head-to-head history
Algeria and Austria do not have a recent head-to-head record. This will be the first match between the two national teams in recent years.
Probable lineups for Algeria vs Austria
Check the probable lineups below for the Algeria vs Austria prediction in the 2026 World Cup.
Algeria (4-3-3): L. Zidane; Belghali, Mandi, Tougai, Bensebaini; Maza, Boudaoui, Chaibi; Mahrez, Amoura, Gouiri.
Austria (4-2-3-1): Pentz; Posch, Danso, Alaba, Mwene; Seiwald, Laimer; Wimmer, Sabitzer, Baumgartner; Gregoritsch.
Other predictions for the match
In addition to the betting tip offered at the start of this article, see other good bets for Algeria vs Austria:
👉 Prediction: Double Chance - 1X
The home team often holds the advantage in the Double Chance market, and that’s the case in this Algeria vs Austria clash. Our recommended bet is for Algeria to win or the match to end in a draw.
Our analysis shows Algeria as the superior side, giving them a strong chance to take all three points. But even if they don’t win outright, their ability to hold firm at home makes the 1X Double Chance bet a reliable option.
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
Algeria vs Austria is set up to be a tough match, and we expect it to go over 2.5 goals.
With bookmakers offering odds of 2.78 on this outcome, there’s great value in betting on three or more goals being scored, especially considering the attacking strength of both teams.
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Stats
The statistics for Algeria vs Austria that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3
League: 2.95
Both Teams to Score
50%
League: 53%
Over 1.5+
100%
League: 77%
Over 2.5+
75%
League: 55%
Cards
2
League: 2.6
Corners
9.5
League: 8.78
Home Team
Algeria
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
|
1.5 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
W
L
|
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Goals | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scored | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Conceded | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.99 | 0 | 1.49 |
|
xGA
|
0.6 | 0 | 1.1 |
Away Team
Austria
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
|
1.5 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 3 | 0 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 100% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 0% | 100% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.14 | 1.39 | 0.89 |
|
xGA
|
1.33 | 1.3 | 1.35 |
Corners
7.5 / Match
+36% Corners / Match
Algeria received +36% more corners than Austria in the World Cup
5.5 / Match
Jordan
(10)
Argentina
(2)(3)
Argentina
(4)
Jordan
Cards
0.5 / Match
+200% Cards / Match
Austria received +200% more cards than Algeria in the World Cup
1.5 / Match
Jordan
(1)
Argentina
(0)(2)
Argentina
(1)
Jordan
Goals Scored
1 / Match
+50%
Austria is +50% better in terms of goals scored
1.5 / Match
Jordan
(2)
Argentina
(0)(0)
Argentina
(3)
Jordan
Goals Conceded
2 / Match
+25%
Algeria condeded +25% more goals than Austria
1.5 / Match
Jordan
(1)
Argentina
(3)(2)
Argentina
(1)
Jordan
World Cup Standings
Group A
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Mexico
|
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 3 |
| 2 |
South Africa
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 3 |
South Korea
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 3 | 1 |
| 4 |
Czech Republic
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -4 | 1 | 0.33 |
Group B
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Switzerland
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 2 |
Canada
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 3 |
Bosnia-Herzegovina
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -1 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 4 |
Qatar
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 10 | -8 | 1 | 0.33 |
Group C
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Brazil
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 2 |
Morocco
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 3 |
Scotland
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 3 | 1 |
| 4 |
Haiti
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 0 | 0 |
Group D
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
USA
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
| 2 |
Australia
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 3 |
Paraguay
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 4 |
Turkey
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 3 | 1 |
Group E
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Germany
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
| 2 |
Ivory Coast
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| 3 |
Ecuador
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 4 |
Curaçao
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 | -8 | 1 | 0.33 |
Group F
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Netherlands
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 2 |
Japan
|
3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 1.67 |
| 3 |
Sweden
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 4 |
Tunisia
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 12 | -10 | 0 | 0 |
Group G
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Egypt
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 2 |
Belgium
|
2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 3 |
Iran
|
2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 4 |
New Zealand
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 1 | 0.5 |
Group H
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Spain
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 2 |
Cape Verde
|
3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 3 |
Uruguay
|
3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 2 | 0.67 |
| 4 |
Saudi Arabia
|
3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 2 | 0.67 |
Group I
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
France
|
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 9 | 3 |
| 2 |
Norway
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| 3 |
Senegal
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 4 |
Iraq
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 12 | -11 | 0 | 0 |
Group J
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Argentina
|
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 3 |
| 2 |
Austria
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 3 |
Algeria
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 4 |
Jordan
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 5 | -3 | 0 | 0 |
Group K
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Colombia
|
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 3 |
| 2 |
Portugal
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| 3 |
Congo DR
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 4 |
Uzbekistan
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 8 | -7 | 0 | 0 |
Group L
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
England
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 2 |
Ghana
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| 3 |
Croatia
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 4 |
Panama
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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