World Cup: Austria advances, DR Congo makes history
The group stage of the 2026 World Cup came to an impressive conclusion. DR Congo pulled off a shock comeback, and Austria went ahead with a goal in the last minute. Lionel Messi continued his excellent form. Here are the best stats from Day 17 of the World Cup.
The group stage of the 2026 World Cup came to an impressive conclusion. DR Congo produced a shock turnaround to put their opponent in front, and Lionel Messi once again showed his brilliance. In the last action of the day, Austria put their match on top with a stoppage-time equalizer. Here are the best stats from Day 17 of the World Cup.
Top Data of the Day
Data of the day
Austria won an interesting match against Algeria. DR Congo did not score a single goal in their last appearance at the World Cup in 1974. Today after 52 years, they have advanced to the knockout stage. Meanwhile, Austria scored a goal in the 93rd minute to deny themselves the chance to progress to the next round. Mikael Gregorić headed to the center with a lob, and Sasa Kalajić saved Austria's world lead with its lead goal.
Goal of the day
Eldor Shomurotov
Uzbekistan took the lead until the 58th minute, but DR Congo's Lionel Mbasi-Nsau deflected the ball and scored a beautiful goal. It was a shock goal, but Uzbekistan could not capitalize on it.
Help of the day
Jude Bellingham
Bellingham single-handedly assisted England in the second half. First, he scored the winning goal and then assisted Harry Kane to score an important goal in history.
Archive of the day
Diego Costa
Goalkeeper Diogo Costa made a crucial save for Portugal. Costa made the biggest save early in the game.
Panama vs. England
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England top the group.
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Harry Kane became England's all-time leading goalscorer with his 11th world goal.
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Panama have now lost 6 World Cup matches.
Croatia vs. Ghana
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Croatia have suffered only 2 defeats in 15 matches.
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Luka Modric became the first assist at the World Cup after 40 years and 291 days.
Colombia vs. Portugal
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Colombia topped the group.
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Cristiano Ronaldo played 25th World Cup game.
DR Congo vs. Uzbekistan
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DR Congo have advanced and will play against England.
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DR Congo advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup in 1974.
Jordan vs. Argentina
- Messi has scored 19 world goals.
Algeria vs. Austria
- Austria reached the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time since 1982.
Excellent performance by Riyad Magrez
- Scored two goals for the first time in Riyad McGregor's World Cup entry.
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