Argentina vs Austria Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 22 Jun 2026
Argentina vs Austria Predictions
Argentina look like the wager to select on the Full-Time Result market, especially as a price of -172 is available. Back this value pick feeling confident when they go up against Austria.
Check out the complete Argentina vs Austria betting breakdown below, highlighting the logic behind our main match prediction, as well as our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
Argentina vs Austria Preview
Argentina take on Austria in this FIFA World Cup Group J encounter at Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium), with kick-off set for 13:00 on Monday 22 June.
Dallas Stadium is a climate-controlled indoor venue where conditions will be maintained at a comfortable 21°C (70°F) throughout the match, despite temperatures of around 35°C (95°F) outside.
Argentina made a winning start to the tournament, beating Algeria 3-0 at Kansas City Stadium. Lionel Scaloni's side recorded 48% possession and six shots on target, with Lionel Messi bagging a hat-trick.
With 16 World Cup goals in 27 appearances, Lionel Messi is now level with Miroslav Klose as the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history.
Austria opened their World Cup campaign with a 3-1 victory over Jordan at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. The Red-White-Reds enjoyed 63% possession and registered four shots on target, with Romano Schmid and Marko Arnautovic getting on the scoresheet alongside a Yazan Abu Al-Arab own goal.
Lone Head-to-Head Ended in a Draw
The teams have met only once before, playing out a 1-1 draw in a friendly in 1990.
| FIFA World Cup | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Argentina |
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 8:1 | 9 |
| 2 |  Austria |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 6:6 | 4 |
7 wins, 2 losses and 1 draw, averaging 2.1 goals from 9.8 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal. Argentina have had 61.9% possession and 3.9 corners per match. On average, La Albiceleste have conceded 0.5 goals from 4.4 attempts and 1.8 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 2.2 corners.
Lionel Messi is the top scorer with 8 goals, Lautaro Martinez has 4, with Thiago Almada and Julian Alvarez on 3. Lionel Messi is the top assists maker on 3, with goalie Emiliano Martinez managing one clean sheet.
Austria have 7 victories, 2 defeats and 1 draw, averaging 11.7 attempts, 6.8 shots on goal and 2.5 goals. Ralf Rangnick's men average 61.8% possession, 4.1 corners awarded and 3.2 corners against them, while 0.7 goals have been conceded from 2.0 shots on goal and 6.0 attempts.
Marko Arnautovic has scored 9, followed by Michael Gregoritsch on 4 and Marcel Sabitzer with 3. Marcel Sabitzer is top assists provider with 3, while Alexander Schlager and Patrick Pentz have collectively recorded 3 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Argentina confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Emiliano Martinez (GK), Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Facundo Medina, Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernandez, Thiago Almada, Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez.
Austria confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Alexander Schlager (GK), Stefan Posch, Kevin Danso, David Alaba, Konrad Laimer, Nicolas Seiwald, Xaver Schlager, Romano Schmid, Paul Wanner, Marcel Sabitzer, Michael Gregoritsch.
Main Match Prediction
We are big fans of Argentina at a price of -172 to win this Group J clash, with this wager making plenty of appeal. A nice return could be on the cards and we think a victory is within their grasp.
Defending world champions Argentina are in top form, having won six straight matches and with Lionel Messi scoring a hat-trick in the opening round, they will be difficult to stop. We think La Albiceleste will have too much quality for Austria and are backing them with confidence in the Full-Time Result market.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (competitive matches):
The World Cup experts at Sportsgambler.com always keep close tabs on team news. We also use a form guide for our football betting tips along with checking out the stats that are going to help inform our final decision.
According to the odds, there’s a 63.3% likelihood of our pick winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability close to 70%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
The Asian Handicap provide a range of alternatives when it comes to backing Argentina. There’s a chance to get bigger odds if you think that a sizeable win can be achieved.
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Correct Score Prediction
2
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0
Austria
We’re going for Argentina at +510 to secure a 2-0 win. It’s exciting to bet on the correct score and this wager will hopefully be able to land a nice return.
Player Prop Picks
Lionel Messi (Argentina) can be wagered to cover the shots on goal line at +17100. When it comes to wagering Shots on Target, we think the betting odds really stand out for this pick.
Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) can be wagered at +148 to be on the scoresheet. We’re happy to take this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.
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Corners Prediction
There has been 6.10 corners on average in the past ten Argentina games. There’s everything to like about the Total Corners line which looks high and we’d expect the teams to go under at -110.
Argentina
Austria
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Bet Builder Tips
There’s everything to like about this same-game multi including Argentina to triumph, no more than two goals to be scored together with Under 8.5 corners.
The bet builder option is great for football fans wanting a personalised multi-leg wager on the same game. You’re able to scan through each market and pick out the selections that make the most appeal. The odds for each pick are multiplied together.
Argentina vs Austria Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Argentina are regarded as having a 68% chance of winning this World Cup clash in the eyes of the bookies. It means that their current betting odds are -217. Austria are the +650 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.
Some insurance is provided if you back Argentina Asian Handicap -1.25 at +102. If they only beat Austria by a goal, you get half your stake back. A bigger margin of victory and it’s a full payout.
You can get a similar price whether you’re backing Under or Over 2.5 Goals. If you anticipate that a minimum of one side can manage a clean sheet, you might want to take the -147 about Both Teams to Score No.
There are hundreds of markets which means lots of options to find a football wager for the latest World Cup game. The leading betting apps leave no stone unturned to provide a first-class service.
Lionel Messi is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at +250. Alternatively, there’s the chance to back him to find the net at any stage at -116.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Argentina Stats
Austria Stats
- 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 9 wins and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.50 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.90 corners awarded and 2.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 2.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 6.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.10 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.10 corners awarded and 3.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 corners awarded and 3.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 7.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.20 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 61.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 58.90% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches
Argentina vs Austria Lineups & Team News
Get the latest team news for Argentina vs Austria before you bet. We’ll share both predicted and confirmed lineups for the World Cup along with the latest injury news.
Argentina Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Austria Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Argentina Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Austria Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Argentina Substitutes
- 1Juan Musso
- 2Marcos Senesi
- 3Nicolas Tagliafico
- 4Gonzalo Montiel
- 5Leandro Paredes
- 8Valentin Barco
- 9Julian Alvarez
- 11Giovani Lo Celso
- 12Geronimo Rulli
- 14Exequiel Palacios
- 15Nico Gonzalez
- 17Giuliano Simeone
- 18Nico Paz
- 19Nicolas Otamendi
- 21Jose Lopez
Austria Substitutes
- 2David Affengruber
- 7Marko Arnautovic
- 10Florian Grillitsch
- 12Florian Wiegele
- 13Patrick Pentz
- 14Sasa Kalajdzic
- 15Philipp Lienhart
- 16Phillipp Mwene
- 17Carney Chukwuemeka
- 19Dejan Ljubicic
- 21Patrick Wimmer
- 22Alexander Prass
- 23Marco Friedl
- 25Michael Svoboda
- 26Alessandro Schoepf
Previous Argentina Lineups
Previous Austria Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Argentina Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Lionel Scaloni
Austria Player Stats & Squad
World Cup Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:0 | 9 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 4 |
| 3 | South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:3 | 3 |
| 4 | Czech Republic | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:6 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Canada | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8:3 | 4 |
| 3 | Bosnia and H. | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:6 | 4 |
| 4 | Qatar | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:3 | 7 |
| 3 | Scotland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Haiti | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:4 | 4 |
| 4 | Turkey | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3:5 | 3 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Ivory Coast | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 | Ecuador | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Curacao | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1:9 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10:4 | 7 |
| 2 | Japan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Tunisia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:2 | 5 |
| 2 | Egypt | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:0 | 7 |
| 2 | Cape Verde | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 2 |
| 4 | Saudi Arabia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:5 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10:2 | 9 |
| 2 | Norway | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:7 | 6 |
| 3 | Senegal | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8:6 | 3 |
| 4 | Iraq | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Austria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6:6 | 4 |
| 3 | Algeria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Jordan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Portugal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:1 | 5 |
| 3 | DR Congo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:11 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 7 |
| 2 | Croatia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 6 |
| 3 | Ghana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Panama | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0:4 | 0 |
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