Argentina vs Austria Stats, Match Statistics, xG Player Data
Argentina vs Austria stats guide coverage gives fans the key details before the Group J match at Dallas Stadium. The fixture is scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2026, and the page now opens with a proper editorial summary before any section heading. Argentina and Austria both opened with wins, so first place in Group J sits in the middle of the story.
Argentina vs Austria Latest Match Update
Stats latest: Argentina vs Austria is scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Kickoff is 1:00 PM ET, 12:00 PM CT, 10:00 AM PT, 17:00 UTC, and 10:00 PM PKT.
Argentina opened Group J with a 3-0 win over Algeria, with Lionel Messi scoring a hat-trick. Austria beat Jordan 3-1 in their opener, with Marko Arnautovic converting a late penalty. Argentina and Austria both enter on three points, with Argentina ahead on goal difference. FIFA lists Amin Mohamed Omar as the referee for this Group J match.
| Detail | Latest information |
|---|---|
| Match | Argentina vs Austria |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 |
| Group | Group J |
| Venue | Dallas Stadium, Arlington |
| Kickoff | 1:00 PM ET / 17:00 UTC / 10:00 PM PKT |
| Argentina opener | Argentina 3-0 Algeria |
| Austria opener | Austria 3-1 Jordan |
| Referee | Amin Mohamed Omar |
Argentina vs Austria Stats and Match Facts
Argentina vs Austria stats start with a clear Group J picture. Argentina own the stronger goal difference after beating Algeria 3-0. Austria also arrive with confidence after beating Jordan 3-1 in their World Cup return.
Both teams sit on three points, so this match can decide the early group leader. Argentina have the cleaner defensive record. Austria have already shown they can recover inside a tense match.
| Stat | Argentina | Austria |
|---|---|---|
| Group points | 3 | 3 |
| Opening result | 3-0 vs Algeria | 3-1 vs Jordan |
| Goals for | 3 | 3 |
| Goals against | 0 | 1 |
| Goal difference | +3 | +2 |
| Key scorer from opener | Lionel Messi | Marko Arnautovic |
Argentina vs Austria Form Table
Argentina’s first match gave Lionel Scaloni control of the group. Messi’s hat-trick changed the tournament narrative because it tied him with Miroslav Klose’s World Cup goals record. Austria’s opener showed different value, since Ralf Rangnick’s team found a way through a difficult second half.
| Team | Latest World Cup result | Points | Goal difference | Group position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina | Beat Algeria 3-0 | 3 | +3 | 1st |
| Austria | Beat Jordan 3-1 | 3 | +2 | 2nd |
Key Numbers to Watch
Argentina can qualify early if they beat Austria and Jordan vs Algeria also moves in their favour. Austria can take first place if they beat Argentina, because both teams started with three points. The referee assignment also matters because both teams press hard in midfield.
| Match angle | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Argentina clean sheet | They conceded no goals against Algeria. |
| Austria response | They won 3-1 after Jordan made the match competitive. |
| Messi form | He scored a hat-trick in the opener. |
| Arnautovic impact | He converted a late penalty against Jordan. |
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