Spain and Austria will clash in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Spain has been unbeaten in their last 5 games, while Austria have failed to win their last 2 games, but they won 1 game, and it was enough to get them to this round.
Which nation will win this game, or what betting markets are best for this game? At TopBets, we have analyzed the teams’ data and past games to provide you with the top predictions for the Spain v Austria World Cup match. Continue reading below!
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Spain and Austria will face off in their round of 32 2026 World Cup game at SoFi Stadium
(Inglewood, CA), United States, on 2nd July 2026. Both teams are in different forms but have a single goal, and that is to move to the round of 16 of the World Cup.
Both sides look ready for this game, but which team will get the precious points? Will that influence your betting on this game? Let’s see the match details.
Match Details
Here are the Spain v Austria match details:
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026
- Matchday: Thursday
- Date: 2nd July, 2026
- Kick-off time: 8:00 PM Nigerian Time
- Venue: SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, CA), United States.
Why this Match Matters
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout rounds are here, and we can say the competition has gotten serious. This is a must-win clash for both nations, even as they are in different forms and qualities; it won’t be easy for either side. To move to the round of 16 of this competition, one team must lose this game.
Spain v Austria Head-to-Head Stats
Both European sides have met many times previously, and Spain has dominated this clash. Below are their head-to-head results:
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Competition | Match | Result |
| 18/11/2009 | International Friendly | Austria vs Spain | 1-5 |
| 01/09/2001 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Spain vs Austria | 4-0 |
| 11/10/2000 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Austria vs Spain | 1-1 |
| 03/09/1999 | European Championship Qualifier | Austria vs Spain | 1-3 |
| 27/03/1999 | European Championship Qualifier | Spain vs Austria | 9-0 |
Spain’s Last Five Matches
Spain has been in good form in its recent games. They have won 4 of their last 5 games and 2 group stage games. Below is a table of their previous matches.
| Date | Match | Result |
| 27/06/2026 | Uruguay vs. Spain | Won 0-1 |
| 21/06/2026 | Spain vs. Saudi Arabia | Won 4-0 |
| 15/06/2026 | Spain vs. Cape Verde | Draw 0-0 |
| 09/06/2026 | Spain vs. Peru | Won 3-1 |
| 04/06/2026 | Spain vs. Iraq | Draw 1-1 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across Spain’s last 5 games, they have been average in front of goal, scoring 9 goals in their last 5 games. Also, they have conceded just 2 goals and have 3 clean sheets in their last 5 games. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 8
- Goals Conceded: 2
- Clean Sheets: 3
Key Trends from Spain’s Recent Matches
Going through Spain’s recent games and past games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe they should be taken seriously when betting on their 2026 World Cup matches. Below are the trends we found:
- The Spaniards are unbeaten in their last 5 games played.
- Spain has not conceded more than 1 goal in their last 5 games, indicating defensive solidity.
- The Spanish national team has scored 9 goals in their last 5 games.
Austria’s Recent Form
Austria’s national team has been in mixed form in its last 5 games. They have won just 3 of their last 5 games, scoring 8 goals in the run. Below is a table showcasing their last 5 matches:
Austria’s Last Five Matches
| Date | Match | Result |
| 28/06/2026 | Algeria vs. Austria | Draw 3-3 |
| 22/06/2026 | Argentina vs. Austria | Lost 2-0 |
| 17/062026 | Austria vs. Jordan | Won 3-1 |
| 01/06/2026 | Austria vs. Tunisia | Won 1-0 |
| 31/03/2026 | Austria vs. South Korea | Won 1-0 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across Austria’s last 5 games, they have scored 8 goals and conceded 6 goals in that run. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 8
- Goals Conceded: 6
- Clean Sheets: 3
Key Trends from Austria’s Recent Matches
Going through Austria’s previous games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe these trends should impact your World Cup predictions on this team. Below are the trends we found:
- Austria have won 4 of their last 5 games.
- There have been 14 goals scored in Austria’s last 5 games.
- Both teams have scored in 2 of Austria’s last 5 games.
Team News
Both national teams are expected to start their best players, and below we’ll share what to expect from the lineups.
Spain Team News
There are some important team updates from the Spanish camp, and below, we’ll share them:
Injuries
- Yeremy Pino is doubtful, as he is struggling with a shoulder injury.
- Nico Williams is suffering from an adductor problem and might not play in this game.
Suspensions
- There are no suspensions reported from the Spanish football camp.
Spain’s Key Players to Watch
Spain brought many top players for their World Cup campaign, and some of them are the following:
- Rodri, the former Ballon d’Or winner, is one of the most important players, dictating the game tempo and providing balance in the midfield.
- Lamine Yamal, the Barcelona star player, is expected to provide flair in this game and the World Cup.
- Pedri, still a top Barcelona midfielder, has excellent movement and vision to find gaps in the opposition defense.
Austria Team News
Austria arrives at this World Cup with a very competitive squad, although the team looks very solid and hard to beat.
Injuries
- Stefan Posch is doubtful after suffering a broken jaw.
Suspensions
- There are no suspensions reported from Austria’s football camp.
Key Players to Watch
Austria’s national team brought good players to this World Cup campaign, and some of them are:
- Marcel Sabitzer is Austria’s creative outlet, and he will be very important in creating chances to open up the opposition defense.
- David Alaba is an experienced and veteran defender who will help protect the backline against Argentina’s attack.
- Sasa Kalajdzic made a huge impact in their first World Cup game, and we expect a repeat in this game.
Predicted Lineups
Here are the predicted lineups for this Spain v Austria 2026 World Cup clash.
Spain Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Raya
Defenders: Porro, Cubarsí, Laporte, Cucurella
Midfielders: Rodri (c), Pedri, Merino
Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Oyarzabal, Nico Williams
Austria Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Alexander Schlager
Defenders: Konrad Laimer, Maximilian Lienhart, David Alaba, Phillipp Mwene
Midfielders: Nicolas Seiwald, Xaver Schlager; Romano Schmid, Carney Chukwuemeka, Marcel Sabitzer
Forwards: Sasa Kalajdzic
Best Betting Markets for Spain v Austria
This game presents various betting opportunities, and going by their recent and past results, Topbets presents the following predictions:
Match Winner Prediction
This game is expected to be hard for either side, but due to the severe need to win, we expect Portugal to win. Both sides need this win, but Croatia has been poor against well-rooted teams in this tournament, and we expect Portugal to capitalize on that.
Prediction: Portugal to Win
Over/Under Goals
This game looks like it would have goals in it. In four out of the last five clashes between these teams, there have been at least 3 goals scored. Due to the attacking nature of both teams, we will be expecting a high-scoring encounter.
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
Both teams to Score
While both teams have been in mixed form, one standout trend in their games is that both teams always find the net when they clash. In their last 5 games, both teams have scored in 3 of those games. Also, a similar outcome can be seen in their individual last 5 games. We expect both teams to score in this game.
Prediction: Yes
Anytime Goalscorer
Lamine Yamal is the deadliest threat in Spain’s attack, and for the fact that they need to qualify for the next stage of this competition, we expect most attacks to flow to him. Yamal to score is a good value bet for this game.
Prediction: Yamal
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Spain v Austria Prediction
Still need more predictions for this clash? We’ve got you covered. Below are other prediction tips for this game.
Best Bet
The competition is now serious, and one of our best bets in this game is in the cards market. We expect to play over 2.5 cards in this game. Both sides are expected to defend and attack intensely in this game, and that should lead to flying tackles and tempers flaring.
Prediction: Over 2.5 Cards
Correct Score Prediction
We expect this game to have goals in it, as both sides are very good attacking-wise. Recent games involving teams have been high-scoring, and with everything at stake in this game, we expect a 2-1 correct score.
Prediction: 2-1
Match Analysis and Verdict
We expect a tight win for both sides and many goals in this game. Both teams are hard to beat, but Spain has historically dominated this clash, and we see them maintaining that dominance. Also, we expect plenty of goals and a goal from each team in this game.

