Argentina vs. Austria live score, result, highlights from 2026 World Cup Group J match

Lionel Messi wasn’t going to waste time when it came to delivering World Cup highlights. The Argentina superstar started the 2026 tournament with a bang, securing his first World Cup hat trick in the win over Algeria. 

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The Algerians failed to stop the 38-year-old. Now it’s the Austrians’ turn to find a solution to the magical Messi. 

Argentina and Austria meet in Dallas for their second match in Group J play on Monday afternoon. The two currently sit atop the quartet, with the Austrians coming off a 3-1 win over Jordan to begin their 2026 opening stage. 

With both nations out to early starts, this contest carries massive weight for the winner of Group J and a favorable draw in the knockout stage. The loser could be fighting for one of the final spots in the field. 

The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for Argentina vs. Austria in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Follow for complete results from the Group J match in Dallas.

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Argentina vs. Austria score

Location: Dallas, Texas
Referee: TBD

Starting lineups:

France (4-2-3-1): TBD

Iraq (4-4-2): TBD

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Argentina vs. Austria live updates, highlights from 2026 World Cup

(All times ET)

Prematch

9 a.m. — Since Argentina lost their opening game of the 2022 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, they have gone 13 games unbeaten at major tournaments and picked up two trophies. Lionel Messi plundered a hat-trick as Algeria were swept aside 3-0 in their first Group L game. Lionel Scaloni’s side are on the crest of a seemingly unending wave. Can Austria bring them back to land?

Where to watch Argentina vs. Austria in World Cup

Argentina vs. Austria start time

• Date: Monday, June 22
• Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET

Argentina and Austria will kick off their World Cup match on Monday at 1 p.m. ET from AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. 

What channel is Argentina vs. Austria on today?

• TV channel: Fox
• Live stream: Fubo (U.S. only free trial)

Argentina vs. Austria will air nationally on Fox in the United States and can be live streamed with Fubo, which offers a free trial in the U.S.

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