Argentina vs Austria Betting Tips: World Cup Best Bets

Although this has been an excellent World Cup for moments so far, none have matched the majesty of Lionel Messi completing his hat-trick against Algeria in Argentina's first game. On Monday evening, he leads his nation out once again, though they will face their sternest Group J test against Austria.

Ralf Rangnick's side took their time to overcome Jordan, but ultimately did so 3-1, embellishing their result with the last kick of the game. Both nations have to fight for a good result here, as Spain awaits the runners-up in this group. Nothing will be left to chance.

Argentina vs Austria Prediction

Austria are not averse to disappointing defeats, going down to Romania in qualifying and nearly failing to progress automatically to this tournament before rescuing a 1-1 draw at home to Bosnia. Stifling them is possible, but more expansive teams have met their match against them. At Euro 2024 they beat the Netherlands, only losing 1-0 to France but topping the group above them. They also thrashed Norway 5-1 in October 2024.

Similarly, this may come as a culture shock to Argentina. Their list of recent opponents in reverse order reads as follows: Algeria, Iceland, Honduras, Zambia, Mauritania, Angola, Puerto Rico, Venezuela. Before the Algeria game, the last time they faced a team also present at the World Cup, they lost 1-0 to Ecuador.

They also suffered defeats to Paraguay and Colombia on their way through South American qualifying. They dominated their continent overall, but their more plausible rivals found ways to beat them. A hard-working, pressing performance from Austria may force plenty of turnovers in an open fixture. This should hopefully be a good watch.

Prediction: Argentina 2-2 Austria

Argentina vs Austria Match Odds

Argentina vs Austria Head-To Head

There have only been two official meetings between Argentina and Austria, both in friendlies. Argentina won the first 5-1 in 1980 before a 1-1 draw a decade later. This is therefore their first clash in more than 36 years.

Who Is The Referee For Argentina vs Austria?

Egyptian referee Amin Omar will take charge of Argentina vs Austria. He has already refereed one game at this tournament: South Korea's 2-1 victory over Czech Republic in Group A. This is his first World Cup as an official.

Where is Argentina vs Austria Being Played?

The 80,000 capacity Dallas Stadium, normally known as the AT&T Stadium, hosts this match. It is the home of the Cowboys in the NFL. There are thunderstorm warnings in the morning of the game, with temperatures between 28-34 degrees Celcius making this a potentially blazing game.

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