Spain faces Austria in knockout stage of World Cup 2026

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Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Spain faces Austria in knockout stage of World Cup 2026
Summary

Spain takes on Austria at the Los Angeles Stadium on July 2 at 8pm BST for a place in the last-16 of the World Cup 2026. After a slow start, Spain recovered from a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, securing clean sheet wins against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay to top Group H. Austria struggled to secure progression, finishing with a 3-3 draw against Algeria, but previously defeated Jordan. The winner will face either Portugal or Croatia in the next round on July 6.

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  • Kickoff is at 8pm BST on July 2 in Los Angeles.
  • Spain topped Group H after wins against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay.
  • Austria progressed despite a dramatic draw with Algeria.
  • Injury concerns for Spain include Yeremy Pino and Nico Williams.
  • The winner will face Portugal or Croatia on July 6.
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Spain, who have consigned a sluggish start to the past, face Austria for a place in the last-16

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