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Argentina vs Austria Concludes in Extra Time at 2026 World Cup
Argentina played Austria in a 2026 World Cup Group J match on June 22 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with the game extending to extra time before a crowd of 70,649. Lionel Messi was one goal away from the all-time World Cup scoring record heading into the fixture.
Quick Facts
Who
Argentina national team
What
FIFA World Cup Group J match
When
June 22, 2026
Where
Dallas Stadium
- FIFA World Cup Group J match
- Match went to extra time
- Live broadcast and commentary provided
- Argentina national team
- Austria national team
Argentina faced Austria in a Group J match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 22, 2026, at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The fixture drew an attendance of 70,649 spectators and went to extra time before concluding. The match was broadcast live across multiple networks including Fox, FS1, Peacock, and Telemundo, with coverage also available on ESPN platforms. Lionel Messi was a focal point of the match as he pursued the all-time World Cup goal-scoring record, needing just one goal to surpass the current leader. The game was part of a full slate of World Cup fixtures scheduled for June 22, which included matches in Groups I and J across multiple U.S. venues.
Why This Matters
This 2026 World Cup match represents a pivotal moment for Argentina's campaign and Lionel Messi's legacy, as he chases the all-time World Cup scoring record. The match's progression to extra time underscores the competitive intensity at this tournament stage. For World Cup followers and fans tracking Messi's historic pursuit, the outcome directly impacts both Argentina's group standings and the narrative around one of football's greatest players making a final World Cup appearance.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 22, 2026
WireMatch extends to extra time
Jun 22, 2026
WireMatch concludes after extra time with attendance of 70,649
Jun 22, 2026
WireArgentina vs Austria World Cup Group J match begins at Dallas Stadium