Marko Arnautovic Scores Opening Goal as Austria Faces Algeria

In the international fixture between Austria and Algeria, Marko Arnautovic opened the scoring in the 12th minute to give Austria an early lead. Algeria’s promising striker Ibrahim Maza tried a left‑footed shot from inside the box, but the keeper parried it safely.

Mid‑way through the half, Riyad Mahrez was fouled in the defensive third, prompting a brief stoppage after Româno Schmid’s challenge. Both sides displayed disciplined tactics, shaping a tightly contested encounter.