Written by Rhea Alison, Sports reporter, covering international sports since 2020
Argentina vs Austria headlines the FIFA World Cup Group J schedule on June 22 as the reigning champions continue their push for another title. The match will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with Lionel Messi leading Argentina against an Austria side making its first World Cup appearance since 1998. The result could play a major role in shaping the group standings as Argentina aims to stay on course for the knockout stage.
How to Watch Argentina vs Austria
Australian viewers can watch the match live on SBS, while streaming coverage is available through SBS On Demand. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. local time in Arlington, which translates to 3:00 a.m. AEST on June 23.
Austria enters the contest as the underdog, but the team will be hoping to make a statement against one of the tournament favorites. Argentina, meanwhile, brings plenty of experience and momentum into the fixture.
Why This Match Matters
A victory would strengthen Argentina's position in Group J and keep its hopes of defending the World Cup alive. Austria has an opportunity to produce one of the biggest surprises of the tournament.
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