Austria faces Argentina at Dallas Stadium in Arlington on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. CT (7:00 p.m. CEST). The Group J match pits Austria against the reigning champions in one of the most anticipated group-stage fixtures in North Texas.
Here is what Austrian fans need to know.
Argentina vs Austria kicks off at 12:00 p.m. CT on June 22, 2026. The stadium seats over 80,000 and is fully enclosed with air conditioning. Dallas Stadium uses a clear bag policy. Only clear totes (12 by six by 12 inches), one-gallon clear resealable bags, and small clutch purses (4.5 by 6.5 inches) are allowed.
A noon kickoff means arriving early. Be at the Entertainment District by 8:00 a.m. CT and at the gates by 10:30 a.m. CT.
Most flights from Vienna to DFW Airport require one connection through a European or U.S. hub. Total travel time is roughly 13 to 16 hours. Austrian citizens need an approved ESTA before departure. Apply online at least 72 hours before your flight.
From DFW Airport, a rideshare to the Arlington Entertainment District costs about $35 and takes 20 to 25 minutes.
Staying in Arlington puts you within walking distance of both stadiums. Live! by Loews and Loews Arlington Hotel are the closest options. The Drury Plaza Hotel includes a free hot breakfast and evening drinks.
Hotels in Grand Prairie, Irving, or Fort Worth offer alternatives if Arlington is booked. Book as early as possible.
Taste of Europe in Arlington (1901 West Pioneer Parkway) serves Central and Eastern European specialties. Jorg’s Cafe Vienna in Plano (1037 East 15th Street) has been serving Austrian and German cuisine in a biergarten setting since 2002. Both offer familiar flavors for visitors from Austria.
For local food, Hurtado Barbecue in Downtown Arlington is about a half-mile from the stadiums.
The match ends around 2:00 p.m. CT, leaving the entire afternoon and evening open.
If the Texas Rangers have an evening home game on or near June 22, the same-day double is ideal. Globe Life Field is within walking distance. Get tickets to see the Rangers in 2026.
Thirty minutes west. Catch the 4:00 p.m. CT cattle drive and stay for dinner and live music.
Twenty-five minutes east. The Sixth Floor Museum, Dallas Museum of Art (free), and Klyde Warren Park are walkable from downtown.
Argentina vs Austria on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. CT (7:00 p.m. CEST) at Dallas Stadium .
Austrian citizens need an approved ESTA. Apply online at least 72 hours before departure.
Taste of Europe in Arlington and Jorg’s Cafe Vienna in Plano both serve Central European cuisine.
Expect daily highs of 93 to 98 degrees Fahrenheit (34 to 37 degrees Celsius). Both stadiums are air-conditioned.
If the Rangers have an evening game, yes. The noon match ends early, leaving plenty of time.
A rideshare from DFW Airport costs about $35 and takes 20 to 25 minutes.
