Argentina vs Austria Prediction 6/22/2026 Group J Picks

In this article we will formulate an Argentina vs Austria prediction for this World Cup game on Monday, June 22nd at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

Argentina Betting Preview

Argentina comes into this match after they defeated Algeria by a score of 3-0 in their first game. Argentina led 1-0 at halftime and added goals in the 60th minute and 76th minute for the lopsided win. Argentina recorded 10 total shots, six shots on target, and had 48% of the possession in the game. Argentina got all three of their goals from Messi, while Messi led the way with six total shots and Martinez didn’t have to make any saves in the win. 

Argentina comes into the World Cup ranked 1st in the latest official FIFA rankings and they defeated Iceland by a score of 3-0 prior to this tournament. In that win, Argentina led 1-0 at halftime and they added goals in the 72nd and 86th minute to seal the victory. Argentina recorded 15 total shots, seven shots on target, and had 63% of the possession. Argentina has played three other friendlies this year: a 2-0 win over Honduras, a 5-0 win over Zambia, and a 2-1 win over Mauritania. 

Austria Betting Preview

Austria comes into this match after they defeated Jordan by a score of 3-1 in their last game. Austria allowed the tying goal in the 50th minute, but they scored in the 76th minute and the 12th minute of stoppage time to seal the win. Austria recorded 11 total shots, four shots on target, and had 63% of the possession in the game. Austria got goals from Arnautovic and Schmid, while Arnautovic had two shots on target and Schlager made three saves in net. 

Austria comes into the World Cup ranked 24th in the latest official FIFA rankings and they defeated Tunisia by a score of 1-0 prior to this tournament. In that win, Austria received a red card in the 37th minute, but they scored in the 63rd minute for the victory. Austria recorded nine total shots, four shots on target, and had 59% of the possession. Austria has played two other friendlies this year: a 1-0 win over South Korea and a 5-1 win over Ghana. 

Argentina vs Austria Prediction

Argentina got three goals from Messi in their opener for the win, but they will face a tough Austria team here. Austria won 3-1 against Jordan in their first game and they have won four games in a row. Argentina has kept four clean sheets in a row, but Austria has scored at least once in five straight. I think this could be a very exciting game, but I like Austria team total over 0.5 goals in this one.

David Racey's Pick: Austria Team Total: Over 0.5 -136