Argentina vs Austria

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World Cup · Jun 22, 2026 · 17:00

Final score: Argentina 2–0 Austria

Expert tip

1X2: 1 · Rinalds

Match preview

The World Cup opener on June 22nd presents a fascinating, if unpredictable, clash between Argentina and Austria. Both nations enter the tournament with a clean slate, their respective forms yet to be established in this highly anticipated competition. With no prior results to gauge performance, this encounter promises to be a true test of early-tournament nerves and tactical discipline.

For Argentina, the narrative will undoubtedly revolve around their star power and whether they can immediately stamp their authority on the group. Expectations will be high for a strong start. Austria, meanwhile, will be keen to prove their mettle against one of the tournament favorites. Their success will hinge on a resilient defensive display and opportunistic counter-attacks. What to watch for will be the midfield battle, as both teams look to assert control. The first goal could be crucial, setting the tone for what promises to be a cagey, yet potentially thrilling, opening fixture with all three results appearing equally plausible.

Standings

Argentina: #1 · 9 Pts · 3 P (3W 0D 0L)
Austria: #2 · 4 Pts · 3 P (1W 1D 1L)

Recent form

Argentina

W Jun 17, 2026: Argentina 3–0 Algeria

Austria

W Jun 17, 2026: Austria 3–1 Jordan

Head-to-head

2026-06-22T17:00:00+00:00: Argentina – Austria

Lineups

Argentina (Formation: 4-4-2)

23. E. Martinez, 4. G. Montiel, 13. C. Romero, 6. L. Martinez, 25. F. Medina, 7. R. de Paul, 20. A. Mac Allister, 24. E. Fernandez, 16. T. Almada, 10. L. Messi, 22. L. Martinez

Austria (Formation: 4-2-3-1)

1. A. Schlager, 5. S. Posch, 15. P. Lienhart, 8. D. Alaba, 16. P. Mwene, 6. N. Seiwald, 4. X. Schlager, 18. R. Schmid, 20. K. Laimer, 9. M. Sabitzer, 14. S. Kalajdzic

Match events

9' Goal Missed Penalty — L. Messi (Argentina) (assists: L. Messi)
38' Goal Normal Goal — L. Messi (Argentina) (assists: F. Medina)
40' Card Yellow Card — S. Posch (Austria)
57' subst Substitution 1 — C. Romero (Argentina) (assists: N. Otamendi)
64' subst Substitution 2 — T. Almada (Argentina) (assists: J. Alvarez)
65' subst Substitution 3 — L. Martinez (Argentina) (assists: N. Gonzalez)
67' subst Substitution 1 — D. Alaba (Austria) (assists: M. Friedl)
68' subst Substitution 2 — P. Wanner (Austria) (assists: M. Arnautovic)
68' subst Substitution 3 — S. Posch (Austria) (assists: A. Prass)
76' Card Yellow Card — K. Laimer (Austria)
76' Card Yellow Card — F. Medina (Argentina)
78' subst Substitution 4 — R. Schmid (Austria) (assists: P. Wimmer)
82' subst Substitution 4 — F. Medina (Argentina) (assists: N. Tagliafico)
82' subst Substitution 5 — R. de Paul (Argentina) (assists: L. Paredes)
85' subst Substitution 5 — M. Gregoritsch (Austria) (assists: C. Chukwuemeka)
90'+5 Goal Normal Goal — (Argentina)
90'+2 Card Yellow Card — L. Paredes (Argentina)