The defending champions started their campaign on a high note, registering an emphatic 3-0 win over Algeria. Lionel Scaloni’s men once again showed their depth and composure, cementing their position as one of the favorites to retain the title. Captain Lionel Messi added another highlight to his impressive career, with his goal against Algeria moving him level with Miroslav Klose as one of the top scorers in World Cup history.
Austria will also enter the tournament with high confidence after defeating new World Cup holders Jordan 3-1 in their opening game. Despite the success, Ralf Rangnick’s team faced a tough test and had to dig deep before sealing the victory.
History favors Argentina a little in this game. The two teams have met six times in international competition, with the South Americans winning three times, while Austria has won twice. Another meeting ended at a distance.
If both teams win their opening matches, another win could advance the knockout stage and provide a boost for a place in the finals.
The match will be played at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington and is scheduled to start at 10:30 PM IST on Monday, June 22. Amin Mohamed Omar will be the referee for the match.
Indian fans can watch the international streaming on Zee5 app and platform and subscribe, while the match will also be telecast on Unite8 Sports 1 and Unite8 Sports 2, including their HD channels.
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