Argentina and Austria in Arlington for Round of 32 spot
Both teams opened with wins: Argentina beat Algeria 3-0, while Austria defeated Jordan 3-1.
Argentina and Austria meet in the second match of Group J at the 2026 World Cup at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Wednesday WIB, in a match that could open the way to the round of 32. Both arrive with opening-game victories. Argentina, the defending champion, beat Algeria 3-0 on a Lionel Messi hat trick, while Austria defeated Jordan 3-1. Lionel Scaloni's side are favored because of their control of play, individual quality and a back line that has yet to concede, with Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez looking solid. For Austria, coach Ralf Rangnick relies on aggressive pressing, physical duels and quick transitions. David Alaba, Marcel Sabitzer and Marko Arnautovic are the main threats if Argentina fail to control the tempo.