Their Group at World Cup 2026
Austria: World Cup 2026 Fixtures
If Austria finish in the top two of Group J, or qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams, their Round of 32 match takes place between 28 June and 4 July 2026 at a venue determined by their group finishing position.
Austria at World Cup 2026: Tournament Profile
Tournament Outlook
Austria return to the World Cup after a 28-year absence with a squad built on Bundesliga and Premier League regulars and a genuine competitive identity under their current tactical setup. Argentina are too strong in the group context, but Austria are firmly in contention for the second automatic qualification place ahead of Algeria and Jordan.
Players to Watch
- Marcel Sabitzer: press-resistant central midfielder who drives the engine room.
- Christoph Baumgartner: productive late runner from midfield with a sharp goal-scoring edge.
Path to the Final
Austria target the runner-up spot in Group J and a knockout-round appearance for the first time in decades.
World Cup History
Austria make their eighth World Cup appearance, with their best result a third-place finish at Switzerland 1954.
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- Is Austria in the 2026 World Cup?
- Yes. Austria qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 and are placed in Group J alongside Argentina, Algeria, and Jordan. Their first match is on Wed, June 17, 2026.
- What group is Austria in at World Cup 2026?
- Austria are in Group J at FIFA World Cup 2026. Their group also contains Argentina (FIFA #2), Algeria (FIFA #36), Jordan (FIFA #64).
- When does Austria play at World Cup 2026?
- Austria play three group-stage matches: Matchday 1: Wed, June 17, 2026 vs Jordan at Levi's · Bay Area. Matchday 2: Mon, June 22, 2026 vs Argentina at AT&T · Dallas. Matchday 3: Sun, June 28, 2026 vs Algeria at Arrowhead · KC. All times are UTC.
- What are Austria's World Cup 2026 fixtures?
- Austria's group-stage fixtures are: Matchday 1: Wed, June 17, 2026 vs Jordan at Levi's · Bay Area. Matchday 2: Mon, June 22, 2026 vs Argentina at AT&T · Dallas. Matchday 3: Sun, June 28, 2026 vs Algeria at Arrowhead · KC. Austria must finish in the top two of Group J to automatically advance to the Round of 32.
- How many times has Austria been to the World Cup?
- Austria are appearing at the World Cup for the 8th time in 2026. Their best World Cup result is: Third place (1954).