Austria

FIFA Ranking: 24

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Country Information

• Capital: Vienna
• Population: ~9.1 million
• Continent: Europe

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World Cup History

• Appearances: 7 (most recently 1998, before 2026)
• Titles: 0
• Best Performance: Third Place (1954) 🥉

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Coach

• Ralf Rangnick: The godfather of gegenpressing football in Germany and one of the most influential tactical minds in European football. Has completely transformed Austrian football — introducing an intense, high-energy pressing game that has taken them back to the World Cup after a 28-year absence.

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Key Players

• David Alaba: One of the most decorated Austrian players of all time. World-class defender-turned-midfielder at Real Madrid with Champions League medals and genuine elite experience. The heart and soul of the Austrian squad.
• Marcel Sabitzer: Dynamic, versatile and energetic midfielder who has played at the highest level across the Bundesliga and Premier League. Goals from midfield and relentless pressing quality.
• Marko Arnautović: Experienced and physically dominant striker. Has scored crucial goals throughout his Austrian career and provides a physical focal point for Rangnick's system.
• Christoph Baumgartner: Creative attacking midfielder at RB Leipzig who embodies the Rangnick pressing philosophy. Technical, intense and contributes goals and assists.
• Patrick Wimmer: Pacey winger at Wolfsburg whose direct running and crossing have made him an important option in the wide areas.

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