

Spain enters this knockout clash riding a massive defensive wave, seeking to break a 16-year World Cup knockout victory drought. While Austria aims to cause a major upset after a dramatic group stage, they face a Spanish rearguard that has become nearly impenetrable in recent months.
Spain faced Austria on Thursday, July 2, 2026 at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood in the World Cup (Round of 32). The match finished Spain 3 — 0 Austria.
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Spain vs Austria kicks off on Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 19:00 in the World Cup at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood.
The match is played at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, World.
This fixture is part of the World Cup — Round of 32, 2026 season.
The match ended Spain 3 — 0 Austria.