Algeria and Austria's dramatic draw sends Iran out...

Austria and Algeria drew three-all in their World Cup group-stage finale—and the result worked perfectly for both teams. According to ESPN, both sides advanced to the knockout round, while Iran, needing a win to progress, was knocked out of the tournament. It's a rare instance where a dramatic tie proved to be the ideal outcome for two contenders.

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