Argentina continues its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on June 22 at Dallas Stadium, facing Austria in a Group J match with a Round of 32 berth on the line. Led by captain Leo Messi and midfielder Rodrigo De Paul, the team enters the fixture with three points following a 3-0 victory over Algeria. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET, with coverage available on FOX, Telemundo, and Peacock.
How to Watch the Argentina vs. Austria Match
Fans in the United States can access the match through several broadcast channels. According to official tournament scheduling, English-language coverage will be broadcast on FOX. Spanish-language viewers can watch the game on Telemundo or stream it via Peacock. The fixture represents the first time these two nations have met in an official FIFA competition.
What Records Are at Stake for Leo Messi?
Leo Messi enters the match against Austria holding multiple FIFA World Cup records. Following his hat-trick against Algeria, Messi reached 16 career World Cup goals, tying the all-time tournament record held by Miroslav Klose, according to FIFA match data. Furthermore, his appearance in the opener confirmed his status as the first male player to participate in six different editions of the World Cup.
Messi currently holds the record for the most caps for Argentina with 200 appearances. He also maintains the record for the most total World Cup match appearances at 27. As noted by team records, he remains the only player to score in every stage of the tournament, including the group stage, round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final.
How Does Austria Compare to Argentina?
Austria enters the second group stage match after a 3-1 victory over Jordan. While Argentina relies on the veteran production of Messi and the tactical support of Rodrigo De Paul, Austria’s offense centers on striker Marko Arnautović and midfielder Romano Schmid. Historically, the two nations have only met in friendlies: a 5-1 Argentina win in 1980 and a 1-1 draw in 1990, both held in Vienna.
Rodrigo De Paul, nicknamed El Motorcito, has earned 88 caps for Argentina. He played a central role in the team’s 2021 and 2024 Copa América titles and the 2022 World Cup victory.
What Happens if Argentina Wins?
A victory for Argentina at Dallas Stadium would guarantee the team a spot in the Round of 32. This progression would maintain the momentum built during their 2022 title defense and their recent success in the 2024 CONMEBOL Copa América. Argentina currently shares the group lead with Austria, both entering the match with three points.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Argentina vs. Austria match? The match is on Monday, June 22, at 1 p.m. ET.
- Where is the match being played? The game is hosted at Dallas Stadium.
- Can I watch the game in Spanish? Yes, the match will be broadcast on Telemundo and available on Peacock.
- Has Argentina played Austria before? Yes, but only in friendlies; this is their first official competitive meeting.
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