Argentina vs Austria Live Stream: How to Watch World Cup 2026, TV Channel & Predicted Lineups
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is delivering pure drama, and Group J brings a blockbuster clash this Monday, June 22, 2026, as reigning world champions Argentina take on a relentless Austria side at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
With Lionel Messi on the verge of breaking the all-time World Cup scoring record, millions of fans worldwide are searching for how to catch the action live. Whether you are tracking the live data on Flashscore or looking for the official broadcast, here is your ultimate guide to the Argentina vs Austria live stream, TV channels, team news, and match predictions.
📺 Argentina vs Austria Live Stream: How to Watch Online
If you want to watch the match live from your phone, tablet, or laptop, several official streaming platforms are broadcasting the game depending on your region:
- United States: The match will be available to live stream on FuboTV, Peacock (Spanish commentary), and the Fox Sports App.
- United Kingdom: Fans can stream the match completely free via the BBC iPlayer or ITVX (depending on network assignment).
- Canada: CTV and TSN+ will provide full live stream coverage.
- Australia: SBS On Demand will host the exclusive free live stream.
Official TV Channels
Prefer the big screen? Tune into these official tournament broadcasters:
- US: FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
- UK: BBC One / ITV1
- India: Sports18 Network / JioCinema
📅 Match Details & Kickoff Time
- Tournament: FIFA World Cup 2026 – Group J (Match 43)
- Date: Monday, June 22, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM EST / 5:00 PM GMT / 9:00 AM PST
- Venue: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas (Capacity: 105,000)
- Referee: Amin Mohamed Omar (Egypt)
🇦🇷 Argentina: Messi Chasing Klose’s Ultimate Record
Lionel Scaloni’s La Albiceleste arrived in the United States looking to defend their global crown, and they started flawlessly. In their opening group fixture against Algeria, Lionel Messi celebrated his 200th international cap with a spectacular hat-trick in a 3-0 victory.
Those three goals officially tied Messi with Germany’s Miroslav Klose as the highest goalscorer in World Cup history ($16$ goals). Just one more goal against Austria will make the Inter Miami superstar the undisputed all-time top scorer in tournament history. Argentina enters this match on a devastating 8-match winning streak across all competitions.
🇦🇹 Austria: Rangnick’s High-Pressing Dark Horses
Do not underestimate Das Team. Under tactical mastermind Ralf Rangnick, Austria has evolved into a formidable, high-pressing machine. They opened their World Cup campaign with a gritty 3-1 victory over Jordan, sealed by a dramatic stoppage-time penalty from their legendary striker, Marko Arnautovic. Coming into this monumental clash, Austria boasts an incredible run of form (10 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 12 matches). Securing even a point against the world’s #1-ranked team would be a historic achievement.
🚑 Team News & Predicted Lineups
Argentina Team News
Scaloni has a few defensive selection issues to navigate. Defenders Leonardo Balerdi (Calf) and Gonzalo Montiel (Muscle) have both been ruled out of this fixture. Expect Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez to anchor the central defense, with Alexis Mac Allister and Enzo Fernandez commanding the midfield engine room.
- Argentina Predicted XI (4-3-3): Emi Martinez; Molina, Romero, L. Martinez, Tagliafico; De Paul, Fernandez, Mac Allister; Messi, Alvarez, Di Maria.
Austria Team News
Austria decided against calling up a late replacement for the injured midfielder Christoph Baumgartner, meaning Rangnick is working with a slightly lighter squad rotation. Center-back Kevin Danso will be tasked with the monumental job of keeping Messi quiet.
- Austria Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Pentz; Posch, Danso, Alaba, Mwene; Seiwald, Laimer; Wimmer, Sabitzer, Schmid; Arnautovic.
📊 Head-to-Head & Flashscore Betting Odds
This match marks the first-ever competitive meeting between Argentina and Austria at a FIFA World Cup. Historically, the two nations have only met twice in international friendlies, resulting in one Argentine victory and one draw.
According to the latest Flashscore pre-match odds:
- Argentina Win: 1.58
- Draw: 3.90
- Austria Win: 5.75
🏆 Final Score Prediction
While Austria is exceptionally well-drilled under Rangnick and fully capable of exploiting defensive gaps, Argentina’s tournament momentum looks unstoppable. The defending champions possess an unmatched tactical fluidity right now. With Messi highly motivated to claim the all-time scoring record in front of 105,000 fans in Texas, expect the champions to edge out a thriller.
Our Prediction: Argentina 2 – 1 Austria
Drop your match predictions in the comments below! Will Messi break the record tonight, or can Austria pull off the ultimate World Cup upset?
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Argentina vs Austria playing in the World Cup?
Argentina and Austria will face off on Monday, June 22, 2026, as part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J stage.
What time is the Argentina vs Austria match?
The match kicks off at 12:00 PM EST (5:00 PM GMT / 9:00 AM PST). Make sure to tune into your local broadcaster a few minutes early for the pre-match coverage and confirmed starting lineups.
Where is the Argentina vs Austria game being played?
The game is being hosted at the AT&T Stadium (Dallas Stadium) in Arlington, Texas. The stadium has a massive capacity of up to 105,000 fans, making it one of the largest and most electrifying venues of the 2026 tournament.
How can I watch or live stream Argentina vs Austria?
In the US, you can watch the match on FOX (English) or Telemundo (Spanish), and stream it live via FuboTV, the Fox Sports App, or Peacock. In the UK, the match will be broadcast and streamed for free on the BBC (BBC One and BBC iPlayer) or ITV.
What record is Lionel Messi trying to break against Austria?
Lionel Messi is currently tied with Germany’s Miroslav Klose as the all-time leading goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history ($16$ goals). After scoring a spectacular hat-trick against Algeria in their opening match, Messi needs just one more goal against Austria to break the record and become the undisputed all-time top scorer.
Have Argentina and Austria ever played each other before?
This will be the first-ever competitive meeting between Argentina and Austria at a FIFA World Cup. Historically, they have only played two international friendlies against each other, resulting in one win for Argentina and one draw.
