Argentina vs. Austria Predictions

• When: Monday, June 22, 7:00 PM CET
• Where: Dallas Stadium, Arlington, TX, USA

Lionel Messi showed his magic in the opening match against Algeria, and now wants to keep on at the same pace. Argentina will now battle Austria in the second round of Group J. Both teams kicked off their World Cup campaigns with decisive opening victories, meaning a win here guarantees early qualification to the knockout stages and a relaxed final round.

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Argentina

Messi picked up right where he left off four years ago, putting on a masterclass in a comfortable 3-0 routing of Algeria. The match belonged completely to an Inter Miami star, who celebrated his historic 200th international cap by netting a spectacular hat-trick and equaling Miroslav Klose’s record of 16 all-time World Cup goals.

This was the 8th straight win for the champions, who haven’t allowed a goal in 7 matches during that streak. The combined goal difference in their previous 5 matches is 13-0.

However, the Argentinian backline will face a significantly stiffer physical challenge on Matchday 2. The Austrians have several very good players up front, but still, the Gauchos remain heavy favorites.

Austria

Das Team enters this fixture walking on air after securing a 3-1 win over Jordan. It was Austria’s first World Cup victory in 36 years, proving they have the chemistry and structure to make solid results. Also, this was their 4th win in a row, 8th in the last 10 events.

Ralf Rangnick’s signature tactical identity relies on a high-octane, aggressive counter-press and intense physical duels. He is one of the founders of Gegenpressing, which Jurgen Klopp later perfected.

The team is fluid and adaptable, though there are some spots in the lineup that are more or less mediocre, like the defense. Even though this team doesn’t concede often, it’s more because of a strong block in the low midfield. Once the defenders get into one-on-one situations, Austria is vulnerable.

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Argentina and Austria Possible Lineups

Argentina: E. Martínez; Molina, Romero, L. Martinez, Medina; De Paul, Fernández, Mac Allister, Almada; Messi, Lautaro

Austria: A. Schlager; Posch, Lienhart, Alaba, Mwene; Seiwald, X. Schlager; Sabitzer, Baumgartner, Laimer; Arnautovic

Argentina vs Austria Head to Head

There was just one game between these two teams, and it was 36 years ago. Back on March 5, 1990, Austria and Argentina played 1-1.

Argentina vs. Austria Predictions

Argentina showed class against Algeria, and to be honest, they should win this event as well. Messi played excellently, and he looks fresh and very motivated. Scaloni is mixing his lineup in accordance with the rival, but in this case, we believe that the Argentinians are going to be the ones to dictate the pace and the development on the field. With all due respect to the Austrian team, our pick here is Argentina, and we strongly support betting on the World champs.

Our verdict: Argentina wins

Argentina versus Austria Odds

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