Argentina secures knockout stage spot with victory over Austria
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 6:47 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Argentina qualified for the knockout stage of the World Cup, securing their second win with a 2-0 victory over Austria at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Lautaro Martinez played 64 minutes before being substituted. Lionel Messi scored both goals, moving to the top of the all-time World Cup scoring chart with 18 goals. After missing a penalty in the first half, he opened the scoring in the 38th minute and added another goal in stoppage time. Argentina will face Jordan in their final group match on June 28.
- •Argentina's victory secures six points in Group J.
- •Lionel Messi extends World Cup goal record to 18.
- •Match held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
- •Argentina next plays Jordan on June 28.
- 6:47 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Lautaro plays in Argentina win
"Argentina made it two wins from two matches, securing qualification for the knockout stage with a 2-0 victory over Austria at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Named in the starting line-up by Lionel Sca...
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