Group J · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇦🇹 Austria at World Cup 2026
Austria enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group J alongside Argentina, Algeria, Jordan. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group J
Confederation
UEFA
World Cups
7
Best result
Third place (1954)
Host nation
No
Austria group-stage fixtures
Austria plays three group-stage matches in Group J. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | Jun 17 | 00:00 ET | 🇦🇹 Austria vs 🇯🇴 Jordan | Group J | Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara |
| 43 | Jun 22 | 13:00 ET | 🇦🇷 Argentina vs 🇦🇹 Austria | Group J | AT&T Stadium, Arlington |
| 69 | Jun 27 | 22:00 ET | 🇩🇿 Algeria vs 🇦🇹 Austria | Group J | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City |
Group J opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Austria at the 2026 World Cup
Austria alcanzó el tercer puesto en el Mundial de 1954 en Suiza, su mejor actuación histórica. Los "Wunderteam" regresan a un Mundial en 2026 después de 32 años de ausencia, liderados por una generación que ha destacado en la Bundesliga alemana.
In 2026, Austria faces Argentina, Algeria, Jordan in the group stage. The top two teams in Group J qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Austria post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Austria qualify from Group J?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group J
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group J with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group J
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Austria in at the 2026 World Cup?
Austria is in Group J with Argentina, Algeria, Jordan.
When does Austria play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Austria opens the group stage on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 00:00 ET at levis.
How can Austria qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group J advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Austria can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Austria appeared in?
Austria has appeared in 7 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Third place (1954).
What is Austria's best World Cup result?
Austria's best result is Third place (1954).
Is Austria a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Austria qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Austria play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Austria plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group J opponents: Argentina, Algeria, Jordan. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.