🇦🇹 Austria World Cup 2026 Squad: Official 26-Man List (3 June 2026)
FIFA confirmed Austria's final 26-man squad on 3 June 2026. This article covers group-stage context for Group J, key names and tactics. The complete roster table (shirt numbers, NAME ON SHIRT, clubs, height and DOB) lives on the official squad page linked below.
Source: FIFA PDF · Published 2026-06-03 · Code AUT
Das Team return after missing 2022. Austria's Bundesliga-heavy squad plays modern vertical football under progressive coaching. FIFA confirmed the squad on 2026-06-03. Austria travel with 26 players in Group J, and the table below mirrors the official PDF with every shirt number and club.
Group J. Austria vs Algeria for second; Jordan target for three points. Ralf Dietrich Rangnick leads the side with a clear tactical identity: 4-2-3-1, high pressing triggers, Sabitzer/Arnautović-era transition to new stars, set-piece routines.
UEFA qualifying. Austria's improved youth pipeline paid off in decisive fixtures. 1998 last appearance. three total; third place 1954. FIFA's published shirt names include ALABA, LAIMER, ARNAUTOVIC and GREGORITSCH among the 26 call-ups. 14 players were listed with German clubs at submission. Goalkeeper No. 1 SCHLAGER (FC Red Bull Salzburg (AUT)) anchors the defensive unit on the sheet. Possession against Argentina's press. brave build-up required. Round of 32; Round of 16 with kind draw.
Austria squad snapshot
- Nation
- Austria 🇦🇹
- FIFA code
- AUT
- Players
- 26
- Group
- J
- Group rivals
- Argentina, Algeria, Jordan
- Head coach (FIFA list)
- Ralf Dietrich Rangnick
- Goalkeeper No. 1
- SCHLAGER (FC Red Bull Salzburg (AUT))
- Squad balance
- 3 GK · 8 DF · 11 MF · 4 FW
Names on shirt fans will see
- Marcel Sabitzer — key figure in Austria's tournament plans
- Marko Arnautović — key figure in Austria's tournament plans
- Christoph Baumgartner — key figure in Austria's tournament plans
Tactical identity
4-2-3-1, high pressing triggers, Sabitzer/Arnautović-era transition to new stars, set-piece routines.
Qualification path
UEFA qualifying — Austria's improved youth pipeline paid off in decisive fixtures.
Recent World Cups
1998 last appearance — three total; third place 1954.
Knockout outlook
Round of 32; Round of 16 with kind draw.
Group J opponents
- Argentina — Possession against Argentina's press — brave build-up required.
- Algeria — Six-pointer for second — tactical chess in middle third.
- Jordan — Group stage opponent.
Read the World Cup 2026 groups guide for how third-place teams can advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about Austria's official 26-man list published 3 June 2026.
Is Austria's World Cup 2026 squad limited to 26 players like every other nation?
Yes. Austria's (AUT) official list on 2026-06-03 contains exactly 26 players for the expanded 48-team World Cup. They share Group J with Argentina, Algeria and Jordan, and every position code on FIFA's PDF appears in the roster above.
Who is Austria's head coach at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Ralf Dietrich Rangnick (Germany) is the head coach on FIFA's published roster. 4-2-3-1, high pressing triggers, Sabitzer/Arnautović-era transition to new stars, set-piece routines.
Who does Austria play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Austria face Argentina, Algeria and Jordan in Group J. Group J. Austria vs Algeria for second; Jordan target for three points. Possession against Argentina's press. brave build-up required.
Where is the full Austria World Cup 2026 roster table?
Every shirt number, NAME ON SHIRT, club, height and date of birth for all 26 call-ups is on the official Austria squad page linked in this article. The blog focuses on analysis; the roster page has the sortable FIFA table.
What does NAME ON SHIRT mean on Austria's FIFA list?
NAME ON SHIRT is the exact text FIFA registers for the back of the jersey. It can differ from passport names (abbreviations, accents, or nicknames). Use the official squad page to match each player's number to their shirt name.