Iran State Media Urges Algeria to Beat Austria for Knockout Lifeline

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Iran State Media Urges Algeria to Beat Austria for Knockout Lifeline

Iranian state media appealed to Algeria before their final group match against Austria, invoking Muslim brotherhood and recalling past World Cup heartbreak. The message urged Algeria to “fight with honor” and said victory would give Iran a Round of 32 lifeline. Team Melli remain dependent on other results after finishing third in Group G with three points.

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