Argentina v Austria – predictions and odds – 2026 World Cup (22 June 2026)

Argentina and Austria face each other on matchday two of the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. The match will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, USA. Both teams are coming off the back of wins in their opening matches – Argentina against Algeria and Austria against Jordan – proving that they are the two strongest sides in Group J. As such, the winner of this fixture will be well on course to finish top of the group at the end of the group stage.

A more evenly matched contest is expected than the one the reigning champions faced in their opening match. Lionel Scaloni’s side benefited from taking the match seriously and from the inspiration of Messi, who scored a hat-trick, to secure all three points. The Austrians, for their part, know that the key is to avoid a heavy defeat, as this would give them a strong chance of reaching the World Cup round of 32.

‘Final score’ prediction

Although Austria are expected to pose a tougher challenge for Argentina than Algeria did, the reigning world champions are the clear favourites to take all three points. Not for nothing are they superior in every department and boast a Leo Messi who has arrived at the 2026 World Cup fresh and raring to go. If Argentina don’t let their guard down and play a serious game, they should secure their second win. For that reason, I’m backing a victory for the reigning world champions.

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Argentina to win

1.58

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‘Both teams to score’ prediction

An attractive market in this fixture is the ‘both teams to score’ bet. Argentina have already shown against Algeria that they are a side that defends well on the ball and do not concede too many chances, as they know that if they keep a clean sheet, they have a good chance of winning. It’s very unlikely that Lionel Scaloni’s side won’t score, given the quality they possess in the final third. Therefore, an interesting option is that neither team will score, which pays out at 1.77.

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Both teams to score – NO

1.77

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‘Create Bet’ Prediction

Finally, when creating the bet, we’ll combine three options. The first two don’t carry excessive risk, as they are that Argentina will win and that there will be under 3.5 goals. The option that boosts the odds is adding that there will be over 8.5 corners throughout the match. The total odds for the bet are 4.20.

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Argentina to win + Under 3.5 goals + Over 8.5 corners

4.20

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