Austria has officially surpassed their initial goals by advancing to the World Cup knockout stages for the first time since 1954, ending a 28-year tournament absence under Ralf Rangnick. Building on their Euro 2024 momentum, Das Team navigated a dramatic Group J campaign, kicking off with a 3–1 win over Jordan, absorbing a 2–0 loss to Argentina, and sealing their advancement with a thrilling 3–3 draw against Algeria courtesy of a 96th-minute equalizer. Finishing as group runners-up, Austria has locked in a highly anticipated Round of 32 clash against Spain this Thursday at SoFi Stadium.GOAL will show you the latest World Cup 2026 ticket information, including how you can secure seats at Austria’s games and how much they cost.
Austria World Cup 2026 Fixtures
You have to go back to 1982 for the last time Austria won their opening group encounter at a World Cup tournament. Can they make a positive start in North America?
Date | Fixture | Location | Final Scores/ Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
June 16, 2026 | Austria vs Jordan | Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara | 3-1 |
June 22, 2026 | Argentina vs Austria | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | 2-1 |
June 27, 2026 | Algeria vs Austria | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City | 3-3 |
Thursday, July 2, 2026 | Spain vs Austria | SoFi Stadium — Los Angeles (Inglewood), California |
How to buy Austria World Cup tickets?
As of today, the major official World Cup ticket lotteries (including the Visa Presale and early Random Selection Draws) have concluded. With record-breaking demand, primary availability via the initial phases is now extremely limited.
Here is the current status of ticket sales:
- Last-Minute Sales Phase: This phase is currently live and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Unlike the lotteries, these are real-time transactions. This is the final window to buy directly from FIFA.
- Official FIFA Resale Marketplace: This is the only authorized platform for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at face value. It will remain open until the end of the tournament.
- Secondary Marketplaces: Fans can also find tickets on platforms like StubHub, though prices may vary from face value. Always check the T&Cs of the secondary site before purchasing.
How much are Austria World Cup tickets?
FIFA has implemented variable pricing for the 2026 tournament. Tickets for the Group Stage start as low as $60 (for specific Supporter Tiers), while prices for the Final can reach up to $6,730.
Below are the estimated price ranges for the current tournament phases:
Category | Group Stage | Round of 32 - Quarters | Semis & Final |
|---|---|---|---|
Category 1 | $250 - $400 | $600 - $1,200 | $1,500 - $6,730 |
Category 2 | $150 - $280 | $400 - $800 | $1,000 - $4,210 |
Category 3 | $100 - $200 | $200 - $500 | $600 - $2,790 |
Category 4 | $60 - $120 | $150 - $350 | $400 - $2,030 |
What are the cheapest Austria tickets?
Based on current resale listings, early FIFA pricing estimates, and the lowest publicly available prices, here are the Jordan tickets currently on the market.
Prices are subject to change due to dynamic pricing and ongoing demand.
Match (Date) | Venue (City) | Avg. Price Range (Entry Level) | Demand Profile |
Spain vs Austria (July 2, 2026) | SoFi Stadium — Los Angeles (Inglewood), California | $1,690 - $1,715+ |
Austria's route to the FIFA 2026 World Cup final
1. Round of 32:
vs. SpainMatch: Match 84
Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
Location: SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles / Inglewood, California)
The massive hurdle. Austria enters as the designated away side against a Spanish squad that cruised through Group H unbeaten.
2. Round of 16 (Potential):
vs. Portugal or Croatia
Date: Monday, July 6, 2026
Location: AT&T Stadium (Dallas / Arlington, Texas)
If Austria shocks Spain, they will advance to face the winner of the highly anticipated Portugal vs. Croatia Round of 32 matchup.
3. Quarter-finals (Potential):
vs. Belgium, Senegal, Colombia, or Ghana
Date: Friday, July 10, 2026
Location: SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles / Inglewood, California)
A win in Dallas would send Austria back to Los Angeles for the quarter-finals. Their opponent would emerge from a four-team pocket consisting of the winners of Belgium vs. Senegal and Colombia vs. Ghana.
4. Semi-finals (Potential)
Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Location: AT&T Stadium (Dallas / Arlington, Texas)
Reaching the final four puts Austria in line for a monumental semifinal showcase, likely against tournament heavyweights anchoring the upper half of this side's bracket, such as France or Brazil.
5. World Cup Final (Potential)
Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026
Location: MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, New Jersey) The ultimate dream.
If Austria navigates this minefield of a bracket, they would play for the world championship in New Jersey against whichever giant emerges from the entirely opposite side of the bracket—most notably projected favorites Argentina.
Austria vs Spain Head-to-head history
Head to Head
What to expect from Austria at the World Cup 2026
Despite losing 1-0 to Romania in Bucharest last October, Austria regained their focus to finish top of their World Cup qualifying group. They recorded six wins from eight starts, including a 10-0 romp against San Marino.
Marko Arnautovic scored four goals during that record-breaking win and, in doing so, officially became Austria's all-time top goalscorer with 45 goals. He's added two more to his tally since.
Austria has maintained their momentum in 2026, clinching friendly wins against two World Cup-bound sides in the shape of Ghana and South Korea. The 5-1 win in Vienna, over a Ghana side that featured Thomas Partey, Jordan Ayew, and Antoine Semenyo, was particularly impressive.
The last time Austria featured at a World Cup tournament, they failed to win a game. At France 98, they would draw 1-1 with both Cameroon and Chile, before losing 2-1 against Italy. They’ll be hoping for an improved performance in North America this summer.
Who is in the Austria World Cup Squad? Final 26-Man Lineup
Under the tactical guidance of head coach Ralf Rangnick, the Austria national football team (Das Team) has officially locked in its final 26-man roster. Returning to the global stage for the first time in 28 years (since France 1998), Austria fights out of a highly competitive Group J alongside holders Argentina, a physical Algeria side, and tournament debutants Jordan.
The squad features an elite, high-pressing Bundesliga-heavy spine balanced by incredible veteran leadership. The backline is anchored by legendary Real Madrid champion David Alaba and Tottenham Hotspur's Kevin Danso. The midfield engine room flows through Borussia Dortmund's Marcel Sabitzer, Bayern Munich's Konrad Laimer, and dual-allegiance breakthrough stars Paul Wanner and Carney Chukwuemeka. Up front, the clinical striking responsibilities lie with veteran record-scorer Marko Arnautović and Michael Gregoritsch.
Whether you are charting their path to the bracket rounds or tracking ticket availability in Santa Clara, Arlington, and Kansas City, here is the official 26-player roster representing Austria:
Position | Player | Current Club |
Goalkeepers | Alexander Schlager | FC Red Bull Salzburg |
Patrick Pentz | Brøndby IF | |
Florian Wiegele | FC Viktoria Plzeň | |
Defenders | David Alaba (C) | Real Madrid |
Kevin Danso | Tottenham Hotspur | |
Philipp Lienhart | SC Freiburg | |
Stefan Posch | Bologna FC 1909 | |
Marco Friedl | SV Werder Bremen | |
Phillipp Mwene | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | |
Alexander Prass | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | |
Michael Svoboda | Venezia FC | |
David Affengruber | Elche CF | |
Midfielders | Marcel Sabitzer | Borussia Dortmund |
Konrad Laimer | FC Bayern Munich | |
Xaver Schlager | RB Leipzig | |
Nicolas Seiwald | RB Leipzig | |
Christoph Baumgartner | RB Leipzig | |
Florian Grillitsch | S.C. Braga | |
Romano Schmid | SV Werder Bremen | |
Carney Chukwuemeka | Borussia Dortmund | |
Paul Wanner | PSV Eindhoven | |
Alessandro Schöpf | Wolfsberger AC | |
Forwards | Marko Arnautović | Red Star Belgrade |
Michael Gregoritsch | FC Augsburg | |
Saša Kalajdžić | LASK | |
Patrick Wimmer | VfL Wolfsburg |
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 venues?
In June 2022, the sixteen FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities were announced (two in Canada, three in Mexico, and eleven in the United States). Check out the cities and the stadiums that will be used as venues below:
Country | Stadium (City) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
Canada | BC Place (Vancouver) | 54,000 |
BMO Field (Toronto) | 45,000 | |
Mexico | Estadio Banorte (Mexico City) | 83,000 |
Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) | 48,000 | |
Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) | 53,500 | |
United States | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 75,000 |
Gillette Stadium (Foxborough) | 65,000 | |
AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 94,000 | |
NRG Stadium (Houston) | 72,000 | |
Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 73,000 | |
SoFi Stadium (Inglewood) | 70,000 | |
Hard Rock Stadium (Miami) | 65,000 | |
MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) | 82,500 | |
Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia) | 69,000 | |
Levi's Stadium (San Francisco) | 71,000 | |
Lumen Field (Seattle) | 69,000 |