Argentina vs. Austria odds, predictions: 2026 World Cup picks from proven soccer expert

Lionel Messi and Argentina will take the field again in the World Cup 2026 on Monday after the all-time great authored a hat trick in the opener. Argentina, No. 1 in FIFA rankings, will face 21st-ranked Austria in a 2026 World Cup Group J matchup, with both teams having three points. The Argentines defeated Algeria in their first contest, 3-0, with all goals via Messi, while the Austrians knocked off Jordan by a 3-1 score. 

Kickoff is 1 p.m. ET from Dallas Stadium. The latest Argentina vs. Austria odds from FanDuel Sportsbook list the Argentines as -240 favorites (risk $240 to win $100) on the 90-minute money line, with Austria at +650, and a draw at +350. The over/under for total goals is 2.5, and Messi is -105 as an anytime goal scorer.

Before locking in any Argentina vs. Austria picks or World Cup 2026 predictions, you need to see what proven soccer expert Martin Green has to say.

After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year, Green was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks, including the Champions League (+211.25) and Bundesliga (+100). He's also been red-hot in 2026, posting an 18-8 record over his last 26 UCL picks, returning nearly $1,000 in profit. Anyone following could have seen HUGE returns!

Now Green has turned his attention to Austria vs. Argentina in the 2026 World Cup, and revealed his best bets. 

One of Green's Argentina vs. Austria predictions: He is leaning over 2.5 goals. Both teams scored three goals in their respective openers, and elite midfield play from each side should lead to several goals.

Green has locked in another two best bets, including a must-see Lionel Messi prop!

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