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Austria at the World Cup 2026: Squad, Manager & Group Guide
Everything you need to know about Austria ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with William Hill News profiling their chances this summer.
Master tactician and widely credited as the manager who crafted the gegenpress, Ralf Rangnick is now tasked with pulling Austria out of the group stages for the first time since 1954. The expectation will be for Austria to secure third place and then fall in the Round of 32.
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World Cup 2026 Group & Fixtures
| Schedule | Teams and Fixtures |
|---|---|
| Opponents | Argentina, Algeria and Jordan |
| Match 1 | Austria vs Jordan — 17/06/2026 / venue: Levi’s Stadium (San Francisco Bay Area Stadium), Santa Clara, California |
| Match 2 | Austria vs Argentina — 22/06/2026 / venue: AT&T Stadium (Dallas Stadium), Arlington, Texas |
| Match 3 | Austria vs Algeria — 28/06/2026 / venue: Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City Stadium), Kansas City, Missouri |
Austria 2026 World Cup FAQs:
Who is Austria’s manager at the World Cup 2026?
Ralf Rangnick is the manager of Austria at the 2026 World Cup.
How did Austria qualify for the World Cup 2026?
Austria topped Group H of UEFA Qualification to make it to the 2026 World Cup.
Who are Austria’s key players?
RB Leipzig’s Christoph Baumgartner is an integral part of the Austrian system. Playing in attacking midfield, he’s the star of the show, orchestrating attacks and often getting his name on the score sheet.
What is Austria’s World Cup history?
Austria haven’t been to a World Cup since 1998, when they went out in the Group stage. Austria’s best showing came in 1954, finishing third.
- Austria odds to win the World Cup: 100/1 at William Hill.
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