Spain vs Austria Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 02 Jul 2026
Spain vs Austria Predictions
If you agree with our prediction that Spain can win by two clear goals, then you can back them -1.5 on the Asian Handicap at -105. La Roja could have the upper hand against Austria.
We analyse several betting angles in our Spain vs Austria betting preview, expanding on our main match prediction, plus our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
Spain vs Austria Preview
Spain take on Austria in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium), with kick-off set for 15:00 on Thursday 2 July.
Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium) is a canopy-roofed venue where sunny weather and a temperature of 24°C (75°F) are expected at kick-off.
Spain topped Group H with seven points and a 5-0 goal difference, finishing four points ahead of Cape Verde. Luis de la Fuente's side drew 0-0 with Cape Verde in their opening match before beating Saudi Arabia 4-0.
They then claimed a 1-0 victory over Uruguay at Guadalajara Stadium in their final group game. Spain had 67% possession and one shot on target, with Alejandro Baena scoring the winner just before half-time.
Austria finished second in Group J with four points and a 6-6 goal difference. They beat Jordan 3-1 in their opening match before suffering a 2-0 defeat to Argentina.
Austria drew 3-3 with Algeria at Kansas City Stadium in their final group game. The Wunderteam were restricted to 35% possession and registered three shots on target, with Marko Arnautovic, Marcel Sabitzer and Sasa Kalajdzic finding the net.
Spain Hold Strong Record Against Austria
Spain and Austria have met 16 times, with Spain winning nine, Austria claiming four victories and three matches ending in draws. Their most recent meeting came in a 2009 friendly, when Spain won 5-1 in Vienna.
| FIFA World Cup | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Spain |
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 5:0 | 7 |
| 2 |  Austria |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 6:6 | 4 |
7 wins, 1 loss and 2 draws, averaging 3.1 goals from 7.9 shots on goal and 20.3 attempts. Spain have had 67.0% possession, 728.1 passes and 7.0 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 0.9 goals from 1.8 shots on goal and 6.0 attempts, while being awarded 2.2 corners.
Top goalscorer Mikel Oyarzabal has found the net 9 times, Mikel Merino 6, with Ferran Torres and two other players on 2. Mikel Oyarzabal is the top assists maker on 4, with goalie Unai Simon managing 8 clean sheets.
Austria have 6 victories, 2 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 10.9 attempts, 5.8 shots on goal and 2.6 goals. Ralf Rangnick's team average 57.2% possession, 4.0 corners awarded and 2.8 corners against them, while 0.9 goals have been conceded from 2.3 shots on goal and 6.9 attempts.
Marko Arnautovic has top scored with 10, while Marcel Sabitzer and Michael Gregoritsch are next best on 3. Marcel Sabitzer has had 3 assists, with Alexander Schlager and Patrick Pentz notching 3 clean sheets between them in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Spain confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Unai Simon (GK), Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella, Rodri, Pedri, Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Alejandro Baena, Mikel Oyarzabal.
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’re expecting Spain to dominate this Round of 32 clash and the Asian Handicap offers us the chance to back the favourites at -1.5. Odds of -105 are attractive that they are able to enjoy a handsome win.
The latest xG data and stats support our selection. Lamine Yamal's return to full fitness is another major boost for La Roja and with the knockout stages marking the real start of the tournament for Spain, we're backing them to beat Austria by two goals or more.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (competitive matches):
Our football picks always stem from lots of research and it begins by looking at the latest World Cup team news and current form. When we have a strong view of what might happen, we match up the latest numbers.
The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 51.3% chance of winning. However, we think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
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Correct Score Prediction
3
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0
Austria
We’re taking a chance on Spain to achieve a 3-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +700 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.
Player Prop Picks
Marcel Sabitzer (Austria) has racked up one or more shots on goal in his past two games. We are in favour of betting the +170 that he is able to cover the line, with this Shots on Target wager looking like it might yield dividends.
Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) has been among the goals in six of his past nine matches. Based on the numbers, we are looking to bet the -102 for him to find the net on the Anytime Goalscorer market.
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Corners Prediction
Spain have had over 5.5 corners in seven consecutive games. We think it’s possible that Spain will cover the Team Corners line and there are odds of -147 available.
Spain
Austria
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Bet Builder Tips
If you’re up for a same-game multi, then we’ve got Spain with the -1.5 Asian Handicap, more than two goals to be scored combined with Marcel Sabitzer (Austria) to finish with one or more shots on target.
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Spain 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.
With an estimated 75% chance of winning, the bookies are taking few chances with their -294 betting odds about Spain triumphing in this World Cup clash. Austria are trading at a much larger price than their opponents and the outsiders can be backed at +850.
As the name suggests, the Half-Time Result market is settled at the break. Should you take this option, then you can choose between Spain at -127, Austria at +650 or the draw at +155.
If you’re anticipating a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. Both Teams to Score betting is always popular and the No option on the BTTS market is available at -143.
There are hundreds of markets from which to select your preferred bet when it comes to World Cup matches. The leading football betting sites push the boat out to provide lots of choice.
There’s the chance to back Mikel Oyarzabal at +290 to be the First Goalscorer. He’s the favourite and available at similar odds to find the net last instead.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Spain Stats
Austria Stats
- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 8 wins and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.10 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.20 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.60 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 7.00 corners awarded and 2.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.90 corners awarded and 2.20 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.10 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 9 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 2.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 2.90 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 6.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.50 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 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 67.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 64.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 home matches
Spain vs Austria Lineups & Team News
Avoid surprises — review the Spain vs Austria team news before you bet. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for the World Cup along with up-to-date injury news.
Spain Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Austria Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Spain Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Austria Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Spain Substitutes
- 1David Raya
- 2Marc Pubill
- 3Alejandro Grimaldo
- 4Eric Garcia
- 5Marcos Llorente
- 6Mikel Merino
- 7Ferran Torres
- 8Fabian Ruiz
- 9Gavi
- 11Yeremy Pino
- 13Joan Garcia
- 17Nico Williams
- 18Martin Zubimendi
- 25Victor Munoz
- 26Borja Iglesias
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 Spain Lineups
Previous Austria Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Spain Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Luis de la Fuente
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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