Result

Argentina beat Austria 2-0 in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group J match on 22 June 2026, Lionel Messi's brace sealing top spot and a place in the knockout rounds.

Goals

Lionel Messi 38', 90'+5' (Argentina).

Match report

Lionel Messi missed an early penalty but made no mistake thereafter, striking in each half to move to 18 World Cup goals and become the tournament's all-time leading scorer, overtaking Miroslav Klose. The win confirmed the holders' progress to the knockout stage as Group J winners. Watch the full Argentina vs Austria highlights and both Messi goals above.

People also ask

Who scored in Argentina vs Austria?

Lionel Messi, with both goals.

What was the final score of Argentina vs Austria?

Argentina won 2-0.

What record did Messi set against Austria?

He became the all-time leading World Cup goalscorer with his 18th goal, passing Miroslav Klose.