Round 2 ·
Argentina
4-4-2
Lionel Scaloni
WinnerHT: 1-0
Austria
4-2-3-1
Ralf Rangnick
Updated:
Half Time
1–0
90 Min
2–0
Goal Scorers
Assists
Ball Possession
Corners
Counter Attacks
Fouls
Free Kicks
Goal Attempts
Goal Kicks
Goals
Offsides
Red Cards
Saves
Shots Off Target
Shots On Target
Substitutions
Throws In
Treatments
Yellow Cards
Attacks
Dangerous Attacks
Total Passes
Argentina
4-4-2 · Lionel Scaloni
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Austria
4-2-3-1 · Ralf Rangnick
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
The match finished with Argentina on 6 points, Austria on 3, and the gap between first and second now standing at 3 points. For fans in Bangladesh following the action through T Sports and GTV, it was a clear statement from the leaders at a packed venue of 70649.
The shape of the contest was set before the break. Austria reached the interval already under pressure from the scoreboard, and the second half carried the same pattern as Argentina managed the game from a position of strength. The final 2-0 ordinary time score matched the story of a side that did not need to chase the game, only to protect and then extend a lead built on its own terms.
Argentina's numbers from this opening stretch explain why the result mattered so much. Two wins from two matches, 5 goals for and 0 against, and a goal difference of 5 tell the story of a team that has started with both control and efficiency. Austria's record after two matches is different: 1 win, 0 draws, 1 loss, 3 goals for and 3 against, with a goal difference of 0 and 3 points. In a group table where the leader and second-placed side are already split by 3 points, every clean sheet and every two-goal margin has weight.
The margins in the table were already visible before kickoff, and they became clearer by the final whistle. Argentina's 5 goals for, 0 goals against, and 5 goal difference now stand beside a first-place position, while Austria's 3 points and 0 goal difference still leave them holding second. In a group shaped by one team on 6 points and another on 3, the contest at AT&T Stadium sharpened the difference between early frontrunners and the side trying to keep pace. That makes the 3-point gap between Argentina and Austria a central fact after Round 2.
For Bangladesh audiences, the night offered a straightforward storyline: a top-of-the-group team protected its lead, then added another goal late to finish the job. The local kickoff time of Monday 22 June, 23:00 +06 meant the match landed directly into the late evening for viewers in Bangladesh, and the result gave those following the competition a clear marker of form at the top of World Cup Group J. Argentina's unbeaten start and Austria's split record after 2 matches now define the early shape of the section.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
Argentina and Austria will meet at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Monday 22 June, 23:00 +06, and the setting gives this World Cup Group J Round 2 fixture a clear edge of anticipation for fans in Bangladesh. Lionel Scaloni's Argentina will arrive with the pressure of expectation that comes with their name, while Ralf Rangnick's Austria will travel with the chance to shape the story in a venue that can reward discipline and clarity. For Bangladesh, the timing makes this one a late-night watch, with T Sports and GTV listed for coverage.
The contest will be defined first by control. Argentina under Lionel Scaloni will be expected to manage territory, tempo, and the moments between attacks, while Austria under Ralf Rangnick will look for structure and a compact response. In a one-off meeting like this, the details around spacing and transition will matter more than noise, and both coaches arrive with recognisable identities. That combination usually turns a fixture into a test of patience as much as quality, especially when the match is staged at AT&T Stadium and kicks off at 23:00 +06 for Bangladesh viewers.
For supporters in Bangladesh, the scheduling is part of the appeal. Monday 22 June, 23:00 +06 places the match squarely in the late window, which should give local fans a chance to follow the full build-up rather than only the closing stages. With T Sports and GTV on the watch list, the game will be accessible to a wide audience in Bangladesh, and that matters in a fixture where the names on the teamsheet alone will draw interest. Argentina versus Austria is also the kind of match that can quickly become about momentum, because each coach will want his side to establish authority early.
Argentina will also carry the familiarity of being the named home side in this listing, but Austria will have their own reasons to believe the match can stay balanced if Rangnick's structure holds. At AT&T Stadium, the wider pitch and big-stage feel can encourage ambitious football, yet it can also punish rushed decisions. That means the first clean sequence, the first spell of pressure, and the first tactical adjustment could carry real weight in shaping the evening. For Bangladesh readers, that is exactly the kind of setup that makes a late kickoff worth the wait.
The competitive frame is simple enough: World Cup Group J Round 2 will leave one side with a clearer platform and the other with work to do, so every phase should feel measured and important. Argentina's reputation will meet Austria's organisation, and the match will likely be decided by which coach imposes his plan more cleanly on the night. For fans in Bangladesh, the route in is clear, the timing is friendly, and the stakes of the encounter should keep attention fixed from the opening whistle.
What next is straightforward: Monday 22 June, 23:00 +06 will reveal whether Lionel Scaloni's Argentina or Ralf Rangnick's Austria can leave AT&T Stadium with the stronger position in World Cup Group J Round 2.
Austria take a throw-in in their own half of the field
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Lionel Messi goes for goal on the direct free kick, but the shot sails wide
Patrick Wimmer from Austria goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi managed to score from an easy position.
G O O O A A A L - Lionel Messi reacts first on the loose ball and puts it away with the left!
Nicolas Seiwald successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Lionel Messi is blocked
Oooh... that was a sitter! Julian Alvarez should have scored from that position
Good effort by Julian Alvarez as he directs a shot on target, but Alexander Schlager saves it
Lionel Messi creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Argentina start a counter attack
Leandro Paredes from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Julian Alvarez wins an air challenge against Alexander Prass
Goal kick for Argentina
A chance presents itself to Patrick Wimmer from Austria but his header goes wide
Patrick Wimmer wins an air challenge against Nicolas Otamendi
Kevin Danso creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Kevin Danso wins an air challenge against Nico Gonzalez
The cross by Marcel Sabitzer from Austria successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Nicolas Otamendi hand-balls
Nicolas Otamendi controls the ball with his hand
Nicolas Otamendi relieves the pressure with a clearance
Leandro Paredes commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
Reckless challenge there. Leandro Paredes commits a rough foul on Carney Chukwuemeka
Kevin Danso wins an air challenge against Julian Alvarez
Alexander Prass from Austria intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The fourth official shows there are 5 minute(s) of time to be added
The referee signals a free kick as Patrick Wimmer from Austria trips Nico Gonzalez
Ball possession: Argentina: 53%, Austria: 47%.
Emiliano Martinez from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nicolas Otamendi from Argentina goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Patrick Wimmer
Lionel Messi makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The referee signals a free kick as Patrick Wimmer from Austria trips Nicolas Tagliafico
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nicolas Otamendi from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Lisandro Martinez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Lisandro Martinez wins an air challenge against Marko Arnautovic
Enzo Fernandez wins an air challenge against Nicolas Seiwald
Nicolas Tagliafico from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Marco Friedl successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Enzo Fernandez is blocked
Kevin Danso successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Nico Gonzalez is blocked
Lisandro Martinez creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Argentina take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Michael Gregoritsch is leaving the field to be replaced by Carney Chukwuemeka in a tactical substitution.
Patrick Wimmer wins an air challenge against Nicolas Tagliafico
Ball possession: Argentina: 56%, Austria: 44%.
Nahuel Molina makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Goal kick for Austria
Emiliano Martinez from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nico Gonzalez from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Marcel Sabitzer swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Facundo Medina is leaving the field to be replaced by Nicolas Tagliafico in a tactical substitution.
Rodrigo De Paul is leaving the field to be replaced by Leandro Paredes in a tactical substitution.
Facundo Medina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Safe hands from Alexander Schlager as he comes out and claims the ball
Patrick Wimmer relieves the pressure with a clearance
The match resumes with a drop ball
Ball possession: Argentina: 57%, Austria: 43%.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Safe hands from Emiliano Martinez as he comes out and claims the ball
Austria with a potentially dangerous attack.
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Romano Schmid is leaving the field to be replaced by Patrick Wimmer in a tactical substitution.
Michael Gregoritsch makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Facundo Medina makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The game is restarted
Konrad Laimer commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
The referee shows Facundo Medina the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The play is stopped. The players are pushing and shouting at each-other, the referee should take action.
Reckless challenge there. Konrad Laimer commits a rough foul on Nico Gonzalez
Michael Gregoritsch wins an air challenge against Alexis Mac Allister
Xaver Schlager is penalised for pushing Enzo Fernandez
Nico Gonzalez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Argentina: 59%, Austria: 41%.
Goal kick for Austria
A chance presents itself to Nico Gonzalez from Argentina but his header goes wide
Lionel Messi from Argentina swings in the corner from the left.
Argentina take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Argentina take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Argentina take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Argentina take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The game is restarted
Ball possession: Argentina: 58%, Austria: 42%.
Water break. It's hot out there today and the game is paused so the players can take some liquids on-board.
Goal kick for Argentina
David Alaba is leaving the field to be replaced by Marco Friedl in a tactical substitution.
Stefan Posch is leaving the field to be replaced by Alexander Prass in a tactical substitution.
Paul Wanner is leaving the field to be replaced by Marko Arnautovic in a tactical substitution.
A chance presents itself to Michael Gregoritsch from Austria but his header goes wide
Michael Gregoritsch wins an air challenge against Facundo Medina
The cross by Marcel Sabitzer from Austria successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Today's attendance is 70649
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Austria
Ball possession: Argentina: 58%, Austria: 42%.
Lionel Messi from Argentina sends an effort wide of target
Lionel Messi goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Lionel Messi but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Lionel Messi finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Argentina take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Lautaro Martinez is leaving the field to be replaced by Julian Alvarez in a tactical substitution.
Thiago Almada is leaving the field to be replaced by Nico Gonzalez in a tactical substitution.
Michael Gregoritsch from Austria intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Paul Wanner relieves the pressure with a clearance
Argentina are trying to create something here.
The match resumes with a drop ball
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Kevin Danso successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Enzo Fernandez is blocked
Thiago Almada creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Lisandro Martinez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nicolas Seiwald makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Konrad Laimer makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nicolas Otamendi relieves the pressure with a clearance
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Argentina: 58%, Austria: 42%.
Facundo Medina makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Marcel Sabitzer makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Argentina are in control of the ball.
Cristian Romero is coming out with a knock and is replaced by Nicolas Otamendi.
The referee signals a free kick as Paul Wanner from Austria trips Lautaro Martinez
Cristian Romero wins an air challenge against Michael Gregoritsch
Cristian Romero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Cristian Romero relieves the pressure with a clearance
A player from Austria takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Marcel Sabitzer sends a direct free kick on target, but Emiliano Martinez has it under control
Ball possession: Argentina: 60%, Austria: 40%.
The referee signals a free kick as Cristian Romero from Argentina trips Konrad Laimer
Cristian Romero relieves the pressure with a clearance
The referee signals a free kick as Enzo Fernandez from Argentina trips Romano Schmid
Argentina take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
David Alaba relieves the pressure with a clearance
The referee signals a free kick as Xaver Schlager from Austria trips Lionel Messi
Facundo Medina wins an air challenge against Romano Schmid
Stefan Posch wins an air challenge against Lautaro Martinez
Goal kick for Argentina
Lionel Messi from Argentina is ruled offside
Austria take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nicolas Seiwald relieves the pressure with a clearance
David Alaba from Austria intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
The referee signals a free kick as Xaver Schlager from Austria trips Lionel Messi
Cristian Romero makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nicolas Seiwald makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Argentina take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Emiliano Martinez from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Cristian Romero successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Marcel Sabitzer is blocked
Thiago Almada from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Facundo Medina relieves the pressure with a clearance
A shot by Marcel Sabitzer is blocked
Xaver Schlager creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Xaver Schlager makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Thiago Almada makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nicolas Seiwald wins an air challenge against Enzo Fernandez
Michael Gregoritsch wins an air challenge against Cristian Romero
The second half is underway
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Ball possession: Argentina: 55%, Austria: 45%.
Argentina are trying to create something here.
Argentina take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
David Alaba relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Argentina: 55%, Austria: 45%.
Austria are trying to create something here.
Austria take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Lisandro Martinez from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Lautaro Martinez from Argentina trips Konrad Laimer
Cristian Romero from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nahuel Molina from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The fourth official shows there are 7 minute(s) of time to be added
The referee signals a free kick as Enzo Fernandez from Argentina trips Romano Schmid
Alexis Mac Allister wins an air challenge against Michael Gregoritsch
Enzo Fernandez wins an air challenge against Xaver Schlager
Kevin Danso wins an air challenge against Lautaro Martinez
Goal kick for Argentina
Ball possession: Argentina: 58%, Austria: 42%.
Alexis Mac Allister from Argentina goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Romano Schmid
Nicolas Seiwald makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The ref blows his whistle. Kevin Danso charged Lionel Messi from behind and it's a free-kick
Lisandro Martinez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Argentina take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Argentina take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Lisandro Martinez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Austria take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Argentina take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The game is restarted
The referee shows Stefan Posch the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The play is stopped. The players are pushing and shouting at each-other, the referee should take action.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Facundo Medina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Thiago Almada made the key pass for the goal!
Facundo Medina provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Lionel Messi scores with the left foot!
The cross by Facundo Medina from Argentina successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Austria take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Safe hands from Alexander Schlager as he comes out and claims the ball
Argentina are trying to create something here.
Cristian Romero wins an air challenge against Michael Gregoritsch
Marcel Sabitzer relieves the pressure with a clearance
Argentina with a potentially dangerous attack.
Rodrigo De Paul makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Cristian Romero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Michael Gregoritsch wins an air challenge against Lisandro Martinez
A player from Austria takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Lisandro Martinez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nahuel Molina is penalised for pushing Marcel Sabitzer
Lisandro Martinez wins an air challenge against Paul Wanner
Nicolas Seiwald relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Argentina: 53%, Austria: 47%.
Argentina are trying to create something here.
Thiago Almada makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Paul Wanner relieves the pressure with a clearance
Rodrigo De Paul makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Facundo Medina is penalised for pushing Romano Schmid
David Alaba successfully blocks the shot
Lionel Messi gets a finish in but his shot is hacked off the goal line!
Alexander Schlager relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nicolas Seiwald makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Goal kick for Argentina
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Argentina: 48%, Austria: 52%.
Alexis Mac Allister makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Paul Wanner wins an air challenge against Rodrigo De Paul
Lautaro Martinez from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Marcel Sabitzer swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Nahuel Molina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Cristian Romero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Rodrigo De Paul comes back onto the field.
The game is restarted
Ball possession: Argentina: 53%, Austria: 47%.
Water break. It's hot out there today and the game is paused so the players can take some liquids on-board.
Lautaro Martinez from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Marcel Sabitzer swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Rodrigo De Paul comes back onto the field.
Cristian Romero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Marcel Sabitzer from Austria sends an effort wide of target
Marcel Sabitzer goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Marcel Sabitzer but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Marcel Sabitzer finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Paul Wanner from Austria heads the ball, but it's a terrible effort nowhere near the goal.
The cross by Stefan Posch from Austria successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Cristian Romero relieves the pressure with a clearance
The game is restarted
Rodrigo De Paul is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
The ref blows his whistle. Lautaro Martinez charged Konrad Laimer from behind and it's a free-kick
Xaver Schlager wins an air challenge against Alexis Mac Allister
Paul Wanner wins an air challenge against Facundo Medina
Ball possession: Argentina: 50%, Austria: 50%.
Alexander Schlager makes a crucial save!
Oooh... that was a sitter! Lionel Messi should have scored from that position
Alexander Schlager relieves the pressure with a clearance
David Alaba relieves the pressure with a clearance
Good effort by Lionel Messi as he directs a shot on target, but Alexander Schlager saves it
Lautaro Martinez creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Kevin Danso could cost his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
David Alaba wins an air challenge against Lautaro Martinez
Austria take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Paul Wanner is penalised for pushing Alexis Mac Allister
Goal kick for Argentina
The cross by Marcel Sabitzer from Austria successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Stefan Posch relieves the pressure with a clearance
Romano Schmid hand-balls
Romano Schmid controls the ball with his hand
Enzo Fernandez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Argentina: 46%, Austria: 54%.
Paul Wanner makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nahuel Molina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nicolas Seiwald makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Alexis Mac Allister from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Alexis Mac Allister from Argentina trips Paul Wanner
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Enzo Fernandez from Argentina intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Kevin Danso wins an air challenge against Nahuel Molina
The cross by David Alaba from Austria successfully finds a teammate in the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Lisandro Martinez from Argentina trips Michael Gregoritsch
Ball possession: Argentina: 77%, Austria: 23%.
Romano Schmid is penalised for pushing Facundo Medina
Austria take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Austria
Lautaro Martinez comes back onto the field.
HE MISSES - Lionel Messi takes the penalty, but the shot goes wide
After VAR check, the referee changed the call and decided to award a penalty for Argentina!
Lautaro Martinez is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
VAR - PENALTY! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential penalty for Argentina.
Ball possession: Argentina: 94%, Austria: 6%.
Lautaro Martinez is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
PENALTY - Stefan Posch from Austria concedes a penalty for tripping Lautaro Martinez.
Xaver Schlager makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Michael Gregoritsch wins an air challenge against Lisandro Martinez
Thiago Almada from Argentina is ruled offside
Michael Gregoritsch makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.
The weather only plays a minor part today, as the stadium roof has been taken into use
Argentina kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to AT&T Stadium, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to AT&T Stadium where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to AT&T Stadium where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to AT&T Stadium, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to AT&T Stadium, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from AT&T Stadium. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
Local broadcast partners for Bangladesh have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Bangladesh broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Kickoff in Bangladesh is at 23:00 +06 on Monday 22 June 2026.
Local broadcast partners for Bangladesh have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Bangladesh broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
No injuries or suspensions are listed for Argentina or Austria.
In the last 8 meetings between Argentina and Austria, Argentina have 0 wins, there have been 0 draws, and Austria have 0 wins.
This is World Cup Group J, Round 2, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, USA.
Status
Finished
Attendance
70,649
Minute
90+5'
Winner
Argentina
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