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Spain faces Austria in Round of 32 at FIFA World Cup

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Spain faces Austria in Round of 32 at FIFA World Cup

Summary

Spain and Austria are set to meet in a Round of 32 matchup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on July 2 at 3 p.m. EDT in Los Angeles. Spain looks to maintain its unbeaten streak, having topped Group H and not conceding a goal, while Austria advanced from Group J, securing a spot with a dramatic late equalizer. Both teams are eager to continue their World Cup campaigns, with the winner moving on to face either Portugal or Croatia on July 6. The match will be broadcast on FOX, with various streaming options available.

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By the Numbers

•Match kicks off at 3 p.m. EDT from Los Angeles Stadium.
•Spain ranked No. 2 enters unbeaten and without conceding.
•Austria, ranked No. 22, clinched advancement with a late equalizer.
•The winner will face Portugal or Croatia in the Round of 16.
•Ralf Rangnick emphasized slowing Spain's young star Lamine Yamal.

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Spain vs. Austria: Everything you need to know ahead of Thursday’s FIFA World Cup Round of 32 showdown Spain begins its knockout-stage journey Thursday afternoon looking to continue its bid for a second FIFA World Cup title, while Austria hopes to pull off one of the biggest upsets of the tournament. The Round of 32…
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