Austria

Where to Watch – Streaming Options

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ORF Free €0 (broadcasting fee applies) Austria's national public broadcaster holds co-rights for the 2026 World Cup. ORF airs all Austrian national team fixtures free-to-air including Group J matches vs Jordan (June 16, San Francisco), vs Argentina (June 22, Dallas) and vs Algeria (June 28, Kansas City), plus key knockout matches. Stream free via the ORF ON app on iOS, Android and Smart TVs.
ServusTV Free €0 Austria's major free commercial broadcaster co-holds World Cup rights alongside ORF. ServusTV broadcasts selected matches including additional group-stage fixtures not on ORF. Streamable free via the ServusTV On app on iOS, Android and Smart TVs. No subscription required — available across Austria and Germany.
DAZN Austria Paid From ~€14.99/month DAZN holds paid streaming rights for all 104 World Cup matches in Austria. The only platform to stream every single match live and on-demand. Available on iOS, Android, Smart TVs and web. Ideal for Austrian fans who want full tournament access beyond ORF and ServusTV's free-to-air selection.
Austria National Football Team – FIFA Ranking #24 · World Cup 2026
FIFA Ranking
#24[1]
World Cup Appearances
Last app: 1998
Best Result
Third Place
1954

Country

  • CapitalVienna
  • Population~9.1 million
  • ContinentEurope
  • ConfederationUEFA
  • National associationÖFB – Österreichischer Fußball-Bund

World Cup history

  • Titles: 0
    Austria has never won the FIFA World Cup
  • Total appearances: 7[2]
    A proud football nation with a long history — Austria were a European powerhouse in the 1950s, featuring the famous Wunderteam of the 1930s
  • 1954
    Third place
    Austria's greatest World Cup performance — finished third in Switzerland, featuring one of the tournament's most remarkable games: a 7–5 quarter-final win over Switzerland
  • Euro 2024
    Quarter-finals
    Austria reached the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 under Rangnick — their best European Championship result, building momentum into 2026[3]
  • 2026
    Return after 28 years
    Qualified with Rangnick's high-press system transforming Austrian football — ending a 28-year World Cup absence as one of Europe's most improved nations

Head coach

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Ralf Rangnick
Since 2022[4]

The godfather of gegenpressing football in Germany and one of the most influential tactical minds in European football. Has completely transformed Austrian football — introducing a high-energy, high-intensity pressing game that has made Austria one of Europe's most feared sides. Led Austria to Euro 2024 quarter-finals and a first World Cup in 28 years.[5]

Key players

Defender / Midfielder

David Alaba ↗

One of the most decorated Austrian players ever — world-class at Real Madrid with multiple Champions League medals. The heart and soul of the Austrian squad, bringing elite experience, technical excellence and natural leadership to every match.

Midfielder

Marcel Sabitzer ↗

Dynamic, versatile and energetic midfielder who has played at the highest level across the Bundesliga and Premier League. Goals from midfield, relentless pressing and the quality Rangnick demands in every position.

Striker

Marko Arnautović ↗

Experienced and physically dominant striker who has scored crucial international goals across an impressive career. Provides a physical focal point, aerial presence and the individual quality to create something from nothing.

Attacking Midfielder

Christoph Baumgartner ↗

Creative attacking midfielder at RB Leipzig who embodies the Rangnick pressing philosophy perfectly — technical, intense, and contributes goals and assists while working tirelessly without the ball.

Winger

Patrick Wimmer ↗

Pacey and direct winger at Wolfsburg whose explosive running and crossing have made him an increasingly important option in wide areas — brings the relentless energy Rangnick's system demands.

© 2026 Austria Football Team Profile