World Cup 1958 : England held to a 2-2 draw by Austria but qualifies for next round
BORAS, Jun. 15, 1958 (AMP) — Sweden 58 : England tied 2-2 with Austria (halftime: 0-1), in a World Cup group stage game on Sunday night at Ryavallen in Boras.
The Austrians started off well by taking the lead thanks to Austrian midfielder Karl Koller in the 15th minute. However, even though they were leading 1-0 at half time, and despite Körner goal ('71) in the second period, they could not prevent a comeback by England with goals by Johnny Haynes ('56) and Derek Kevan ('74).
England advance to the next round of the ongoing FIFA World Cup. Austria is eliminated.Fixtures and Results : Group 4
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Overview
England at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1950)
- 3 participations in the qualifications (first in 1950)
Austria at the World Cup
- 4 appearances (first in 1934)
- 4 participations in the qualifications (first in 1934)
- Statistics: Third Place (1954) Fourth Place (1934)
England
2:2
Austria
2:2 (0:1)
- 15 June 1958
- 19:00
- Boras
Group 4
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Brazil | 5 |
| England | 3 |
 USSR | 3 |
| Austria | 1 |
Matches
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