Austria, the World Cup
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The 2026 tournament marks Austria’s first World Cup appearance since 1998 after strong performances at the Euros in 2020 and 2024— having made the Round of 16 in both appearances. The roster features a core of players competing in German Bundesliga and Austrian Bundesliga,
World Cup Group J includes Argentina, Algeria, Austria and Jordan; Lionel Messi playing in sixth World Cup with Argentina; Jordan taking part in first tournament; matches take place in US states Texas,
The biggest World Cup ever could produce one of soccer's greatest moments as Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé chase history.