Disgrace of Gijon, football delivered another cruel twist. Iran's World Cup dream ended not with their own result, but with the final kick of another match.

A history so intriguing that all football fans must know about the Disgrace of Gijon ahead of Austria's much anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J finale against Algeria

Iran had a chance to qualify for the round of 32 but was eliminated after Austria and Algeria played to a 3-3 draw.

Algeria and Austria both beat Jordan and lost to Argentina, but rather than bond over common ground they will clash in Kansas City looking to secure the runner-up spot in the group and advance. While a draw could also work for both teams,

Austria and Algeria played to a thrilling 3-3 draw Saturday night in what amounted to a win-win result in their World Cup group-stage finale, allowing both to advance to the knockout round while eliminating Iran from the tournament.

Austria and Algeria have played out a thrilling 3-3 draw, after two stoppage-time goals, a result that sent both sides into the World Cup last 32 and ended Iran's hopes of reaching the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed sides.