Germany Beats Austria 3–2

The third-place stage match between Germany and Austria was a thrilling contest, commencing at 18:00 UTC on June 7th, 1934. The game began with Germany establishing a strong presence, achieving a 1st-minute goal from Ernst Lehner, quickly establishing their lead. Austria responded with a goal in the 27th minute, demonstrating their determination. The second goal came from Edmund Conen in the 28th minute, increasing Germany's advantage to 2-1. Karl Sesta then secured the victory with a goal in the 42nd minute, bringing the score to 3-2. The atmosphere at Stadio Giorgio Ascarelli was palpable, with the audience eager to witness this significant match. The referee, -, was absent from the proceedings, and the attendance was recorded at approximately 6,000 spectators, a significant number for a third-place event during the era. The result underscores the competitive nature of the 1934 World Cup and the challenges faced by the participating nations.