Austria qualify for 2026 World Cup with 1-1 draw against Bosnia

VIENNA :Austria qualified for the 2026 World Cup after snatching a 77th minute equaliser through Michael Gregoritsch against visitors Bosnia and Herzegovina to earn a 1-1 draw and top Group H.

It will be Austria's first appearance at a World Cup since 1998.

Bosnia, who took a 12th minute lead with Haris Tabakovic's header, finish second in the group, two points behind on 17, and go into a playoff in March for a spot at next year's tournament, which will be co-hosted by Mexico, the U.S. and Canada.