If you missed the Round of 32 battle between Spain and Austria at Los Angeles Stadium, you don't have to stay in the dark. Because the final whistle has just blown, official highlight packages are dropping right now.
To catch all the goals, near-misses, and crucial VAR decisions, your best bet is to look directly to FOX's premium World Cup coverage. As the exclusive English-language broadcaster for the tournament in the United States, they provide the quickest and highest-quality recaps available.
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What is the next FIFA World Cup game?
The next game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is Portugal vs Croatia, kicking off on July 2, at 00:00 AM BST / 19:00 PM ET at Toronto Stadium.
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What time did Spain vs Austria kick off today?
Who does the winner of Spain vs Austria play in the Round of 16?
The winner of the Spain vs. Austria Round of 32 match will play the winner of Portugal vs Croatia in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Confirmed team news & squads
Spain vs Austria lineups
Starting XI
Substitutes
Manager
- L. de la Fuente
- R. Rangnick
Spain confirmed starting XI: Unai Simón; Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Rodri (captain), Pedri, Dani Olmo; Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal, Álex Baena. Coach: Luis de la Fuente.
Austria confirmed starting XI: Alexander Schlager; Stefan Posch, David Alaba (captain), Kevin Danso, Konrad Laimer; Xaver Schlager, Nicolas Seiwald, Paul Wanner; Romano Schmid, Michael Gregoritsch, Marcel Sabitzer. Coach: Ralf Rangnick.
Spain Team News
La Roja cruised through the group stages without conceding a single goal, but their 1-0 win over Uruguay came at a cost to their attacking depth.
Nico Williams & Yeremy Pino Out: Both players are ruled out after picking up injuries against Uruguay. Williams is sidelined with a groin issue, while Pino suffered a collarbone/shoulder injury. Both remain with the squad but won't feature tonight.
Víctor Muñoz Returns: In better news for Luis de la Fuente, the forward has recovered from a thigh injury. He’s expected to start on the bench, with Lamine Yamal and Alex Baena likely getting the nod on the wings.
Rodri Pushing Through: Reports indicate that midfield anchor Rodri is managing an injury that will eventually require surgery after the World Cup, but he is expected to start and play through the pain.
Selection Headaches: There is fierce competition in the midfield engine room, with Fabián Ruiz, Dani Olmo, and Gavi all vying for a spot alongside Rodri.
Austria Team News
Ralf Rangnick’s side scraped into the knockouts after a wild 3-3 draw with Algeria, and they are managing a few bumps and bruises of their own.
Alaba & Arnautović Fitness Tests: Both David Alaba and talisman Marko Arnautović picked up minor knocks in the final group stage match. While Rangnick has downplayed the severity, Arnautović may face a late fitness test to lead the line.
Striker Alternatives: If Arnautović can't go from the start, Sasa Kalajdzic, who scored the dramatic 96th-minute equalizer against Algeria, and Michael Gregoritsch are ready to step in.
The Masked Man: Right-back Stefan Posch will continue to play through the pain barrier. Despite suffering a broken jaw earlier in the tournament, he is set to start while wearing a custom-fitted protective face mask.
Defensive Cover: If Alaba’s minutes need to be managed, Tottenham center-back Kevin Danso is primed to step into the backline.
Spain vs Austria Live Streams
Spain vs Austria is available to watch live in the United States on FOX and Telemundo. Both of these channels are available across several live streaming platforms including Fubo who offer new customers a free five day trial of their service.
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How to watch Spain vs Austria with a VPN
If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.
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Is Spain vs Austria on FOX or FS1?
Spain vs Austria from the Round of 32 is being broadcast live on the main FOX network (as well as streaming on the Fox One and Fox Sports apps), rather than FS1.
Is the game on Telemundo or Universo?
Today's Spain vs Austria game is on Telemundo in the United States.
Who are the commentators on the TV coverage?
Ian Darke and former United States midfielder Landon Donovan are FOX's commentary team, with Mark Clattenberg offering insight as a rules analyst.
Luis Omar Tapia and Diego Balado commentate for Telemundo. Carmen Boquin hosts and is joined by Guti and Eugenia Karolyi.
Spain vs Austria Match Preview
Spain face Austria in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, with Luis de la Fuente's side looking to carry their group-stage momentum into the knockout rounds.
Spain topped Group H without conceding a single goal, beating Saudi Arabia 4-0 and Uruguay 1-0 before a 0-0 draw with Cabo Verde. They arrive in the last 32 as one of the tournament's most composed sides, blending Barcelona's club cohesion with individual quality across the pitch.
Lamine Yamal has been the standout figure. The teenager has embraced the pressure of leading Spain's attack, confirming he is ready to play the full 90 minutes in the knockout stage after his minutes were carefully managed during the group phase.
Austria's route here was far less straightforward. They beat Jordan 3-1, lost 2-0 to Argentina, then needed a 94th-minute equaliser from Sasa Kalajdzic to draw 3-3 with Algeria and squeeze through in second place in Group J. It is their first appearance in a World Cup knockout stage since 1954.
Ralf Rangnick's side leans heavily on experience. Marcel Sabitzer, who won his 100th cap against Argentina, is the engine of everything Austria do, while Marko Arnautovic brings 134 caps of knowhow to the forward line.
The winner advances to the Round of 16, where either Portugal or Croatia awaits. For Spain, the prize is another step toward a second World Cup title. For Austria, it would be the most significant result in a generation.
Form
Spain have won three and drawn two of their last five matches. Their most recent outing was a 1-0 win over Uruguay in the World Cup group stage, with Alex Baena scoring the only goal. Earlier in the tournament, they were dominant in a 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia. Across the five games, Spain have scored nine goals and conceded two, keeping two clean sheets.
Austria have won three, drawn one, and lost one of their last five. Their most recent match ended 3-3 against Algeria in a dramatic group-stage finale. Before that, they lost 2-0 to Argentina but beat Jordan 3-1. Their two friendly wins, 1-0 against Tunisia and 1-0 against South Korea, round out a run that shows they can grind out results when needed.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, Spain and Austria have faced each other 16 times in men's international football. The record is heavily tilted in favor of La Roja.
Statistic | Details |
Total Matches Played | 16 |
Spain Wins | 9 |
Austria Wins | 4 |
Draws | 3 |
Spain Goals Scored | 43 |
Austria Goals Scored | 22 |
The Only Prior World Cup Meeting (1978): Before their 2026 Round of 32 clash, their singular encounter on football's biggest stage came during the group stage of the 1978 World Cup in Argentina. Austria emerged victorious with a 2–1 win, a result that ultimately contributed to Spain's early exit from the tournament.
The 9–0 Demolition (1999): Spain recorded their largest-ever victory against Austria in March 1999 during the UEFA Euro 2000 qualifiers. Raúl González scored four goals in a historic 9–0 routing in Valencia.
The Last Meeting (2009): Prior to the 2026 tournament, the two nations had not played each other in nearly 17 years. Their last meeting was an international friendly in November 2009, where Spain walked away with a comfortable 5–1 victory in Vienna.
Confirmed kits
Spain wear their red shirts with navy blue shoulders, navy blue shorts with a red trim and blue socks. Their goalkeeper wears a light blue kit with a yellow trim.
Austria wear an all-white kit, with turquoise details on their shirts. The goalkeeper wears an all-yellow kit.
The match officials wear green.
Weather
Sunny intervals will break out from the clouds during the second half of today's game in Inglewood, California. There will be gentle breeze from the west throughout the match. The temperature will be 70°F (21°C) during normal time, rising to 72°F (22°C) should the tie need extra time. The humidity will be 65% at kick-off, falling to 62% after the interval, and to 60% after the 90 minutes have been played.
Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Spain vs Austria today
NordVPN- Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
- Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
- Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.
How to watch on the Big Screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:
- Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.