Argentina vs Austria - Betting Tips & Predictions.

22 June - 18:00

Argentina

Austria

Recommended tip Win for Argentina

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Expect fireworks when Argentina meet Austria at Dallas Stadium on Monday — a clash that could settle who strolls into the last 32 with confidence and who leaves sweating. The defending champions have turned every game into a bit of theatre this summer and Austria, fresh off a win, will be no pushovers. Form, a bit of rivalry and the big-name factor mean there’s plenty riding on this one.

Bookies have been shifting the lines and punters are poring over the numbers. If you like a quick check on markets before staking, take a look at the best football betting sites for lines and offers. This is about momentum as much as it is about talent — and both sides have reasons to fancy themselves.

Argentina vs Austria Key Stats

There are a handful of telling numbers ahead of kick-off that hint at how this will play out: Argentina have been swift starters, Austria hit the target with regularity and both teams arrive on decent runs.

Argentina have scored first in each of their last eight matches.
Austria have found the net in five of their last six fixtures.
Four of Argentina’s last five games have finished over 2.5 goals.

Odds and Predictions

The odds suggest Argentina are favourites, and for good reason — consistency, star quality and defensive stability. Markets currently favour the holders but Austria’s price isn’t ridiculous; you can sense value in a couple of alternate lines. Our Predictions lean towards Argentina but with a respectable return for a close contest.

Punditry aside, the first-half numbers are telling: Argentina have been ahead at half-time in each of their last eight matches, so a bet on an early lead looks sensible. The HT winner angle is tempting and ties neatly into the hot tip tabled by many — Argentina to lead at the break.

For those chasing goals, Over 2.5 and Both Teams To Score both make sense. The visitors have attacking quality to nick one, while Argentina’s front line simply won’t be passive. The Messi anytime scorer market remains lively after his opener and offers a sprinkle of star-driven value.

Comparison and Statistics

Head-to-head history between these two isn’t extensive, but recent form tells the real story. Argentina’s run of eight straight wins speaks to a team brimming with confidence, while Austria’s victory in their opener gives them momentum and belief.

Look at goals for and against: Argentina have been scoring freely and keeping clean sheets en route to that winning streak; Austria have been productive too, netting in most matches they play. The H2H narrative may be short, but form tables and goal metrics favour the holders.

Momentum is on Argentina’s side, yet Austria’s resilience and counter-attacking threat mean this won’t be a cruise. Expect Argentina to control possession and tempo, Austria to be dangerous on the break and for the contest to hinge on a moment of individual quality.

How Will the Tournament Pan out

A win for Argentina here pretty much guarantees progression and keeps them favourites for top spot in the group, easing pressure in the knockout draw. Austria, with another positive result, would be perched nicely to sneak into the last 32 and make a proper go of this World Cup.

Longer-term, a tight win keeps Argentina on course for a deep run; a slip for Austria would be dearly felt given the group dynamics. This match is a small but meaningful chapter in each side’s campaign.

Tips

Argentina to lead at half-time — Likelihood: 4 / 5
Argentina to win 2-1 (score prediction) — Likelihood: 4 / 5
Lionel Messi to score anytime — Likelihood: 4 / 5

Written by:

Mark Brown

Chief Statistician

Bio:

Football bores me to tears! I’m not interested in the Rooney’s and Ronaldo’s of the world, but I am interested in betting. With that in mind, I spend hours trawling through the statistics of the football markets and can usually come up with an angle which presents a viable betting opportunity.

Key contributions:

Chief statistician or Stato, as my colleagues like to call me

Personnel betting philosophy or quotes:

“Risk wisely, gain greatly”