Spain and Austria prepare for World Cup knockout stage in Los Angeles

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Spain and Austria prepare for World Cup knockout stage in Los Angeles
Summary

Spain and Austria are set to clash in a knockout match at the 2026 World Cup on Thursday at 4 p.m. Brasília time in Los Angeles. Spain advanced as Group H winners, remaining unbeaten with two wins and a draw, while Austria finished second in Group J. Spain's lineup features Yéremi Pino and Victor Muñoz, both returning from injury, while Nico Williams is sidelined. Austria's defense will be adjusted due to Phillipp Mwene's thigh strain, and Marko Arnautović is starting on the bench. The victor will face the winner of the Portugal-Croatia match on July 6 in Dallas.

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  • Match date: Thursday at 4 p.m. (Brasília time) in Los Angeles.
  • Spain finished Group H in first place with two wins and a draw.
  • Austria claimed Group J's second position with one win, one draw, and one loss.
  • Nico Williams is out for Spain; Philipp Mwene is out for Austria.
  • The winner faces either Portugal or Croatia in the next round on July 6.
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