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Spain v Austria Stats

Data last updated: Sat 04 Jul 2026, 03:24 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Spain enters this World Cup knockout clash as a model of defensive discipline and territorial control, having conceded no goals and maintained three clean sheets in the group stage. Their methodical possession style, averaging nearly 70% ball control and over 800 final-third passes, contrasts sharply with Austria's more open and direct approach, which yielded six goals scored and conceded. Austria's attacking threat, led by Marko Arnautovic and Marcel Sabitzer, promises moments of danger, but Spain's structured 4-1-4-1 formation and defensive compactness set the tone for a tactical battle focused on patience and control. The match will test Austria's ability to break Spain's rhythm and Spain's capacity to suppress Austria's transitions.

BT4Y lean · price warning

Spain to Win

  • Price warning: current odds imply about 77%, above the 63% model chance, so this is a football-led pick rather than a clear value bet; reduce stake or wait for a better price.
  • Spain kept three consecutive clean sheets in the group stage, conceding zero goals.
  • Spain averaged 69.4% possession and 91.0% pass accuracy, dominating territory.
  • Austria scored and conceded six goals, showing attacking potency but defensive vulnerability.
  • Spain attempted 803 final-third passes versus Austria's 392, highlighting control and pressure.
Price warning

Spain to Win is still the main football pick, but the current price is short: the market implies about 77% while the model sits nearer 63% (-13.7 pts). Keep staking reduced or wait for a better price unless final team news strengthens the selection. Better value alternative: Austria Draw No Bet shows a +23.8 pts edge at 5.5.

Why This Pick Is Price-Sensitive

Football case vs market price

Spain's defensive solidity and territorial control underpin the in backing them to win. Their flawless defensive record, allowing only four shots inside their box in the group stage, combines with a high volume of quality chances created through sustained possession. Austria's open style and defensive lapses play directly into Spain's strengths, although the current are short relative to , warranting cautious staking. Improved or late team news could enhance value.

Defensive recordZero goals conceded in group stage, 10 clean sheets in last 13 matches
Strong positive
Possession control69.4% average possession with 803 final-third passes
Strong positive
Austria's defensive vulnerabilityConceded 6 goals, allowed 23 shots inside box
Positive
Price vs model chanceOdds imply 76.9% chance vs model 63.2%, price is short
Negative

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Spain's blend of defensive discipline and possession control makes them the tactical favorites in this knockout tie. Their ability to stifle Austria's transitions and maintain territorial control should secure a win, supported by a flawless defensive record and efficient chance creation during the group stage.

Main risk

The main risk is Austria's ability to exploit transition moments and score early, which could disrupt Spain's control and defensive rhythm, increasing match volatility and goal count.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Tactical control and defensive strength

“Spain's mastery of possession and defensive compactness creates a challenging environment for Austria's direct attacking style, making Spain the clear structural favorite in this match.”

Key Data Signals

Spain to Win evidence

Spain kept three consecutive clean sheets in the group stage, conceding zero goals.

Spain averaged 69.4% possession and 91.0% pass accuracy, dominating territory.

Austria scored and conceded six goals, showing attacking potency but defensive vulnerability.

Spain attempted 803 final-third passes versus Austria's 392, highlighting control and pressure.

What To Watch In The Data

Spain to Win notes

  • Over the last five matches, Spain has a low over 2.5 goals rate of 33%, consistent with their defensive approach, while Austria's 67% rate reflects their open, high-scoring games.
  • The trend suggests a match leaning towards fewer goals, driven by Spain's control and Austria's defensive challenges.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Spain7.67
Avg corners for
Austria3.33
Spain8.67
Avg total corners
Austria4.67
Spain0.67
Avg yellow cards
Austria1.33
Spain18.33
Avg shots
Austria9
Best odds for this sectionOver 3.5 CardsBet365 guide price · Model 51% vs implied 50% · edge +1 pts
2
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Over 10.5 CornersBet365 guide price
2.75
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Over 9.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 29%
2.1
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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 35%
1.67
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Spain's control in territory and possession translates into higher shot and corner volumes, averaging 18.33 shots and 7.67 corners per game compared to Austria's 9 shots and 3.33 corners. Austria's higher card average reflects their aggressive attempts to disrupt Spain's rhythm, but Spain's discipline keeps their yellow card count low.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Spain1.67
Avg goals scored
Austria2
Spain0
Avg goals conceded
Austria2
Spain0%
BTTS rate
Austria67%
Spain33%
Over 2.5 goals
Austria67%
Best odds for this sectionUnder 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 54% vs implied 48% · edge +6.4 pts
2.1
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 50%
2.1
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 68%
1.25
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 54%
1.67
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 50%
1.73
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 32%
3
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Spain's defensive record of conceding zero goals contrasts with Austria's more open games that averaged six goals scored and conceded. Spain's control suggests a low-scoring match with limited quality chances for Austria, reducing the likelihood of both teams scoring despite Austria's attacking threat.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

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Market aligned with main pickSpain to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 77% · edge -13.7 pts
1.3
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 50%
2.1
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Over 3.5 CardsBet365 guide price · model 51%
2
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Spain Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 72%
1.15
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 50%
1.73
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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 35%
1.67
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The current for Spain to win are priced short, reflecting strong market . However, the model estimates a 63.2% chance, indicating the price includes a premium. This makes the selection price-sensitive rather than a pure value bet, suggesting reduced stakes or waiting for drift would be prudent.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Spain

WWD
Last 52W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 1D 0L
27 Jun 2026A Uruguay1-0
21 Jun 2026H Saudi Arabia4-0
15 Jun 2026H Cape Verde Islands0-0

Austria

DLW
Last 51W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 1L
28 Jun 2026A Algeria3-3
22 Jun 2026A Argentina0-2
17 Jun 2026H Jordan3-1
Market aligned with main pickSpain to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 77% · edge -13.7 pts
1.3
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 86%
1.06
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Spain Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 72%
1.15
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Spain's recent form shows strong defensive consistency with zero goals conceded and a points tally of seven, while Austria's form is more volatile, scoring and conceding two goals per game with a points tally of four. Spain's lower BTTS rate (0%) compared to Austria's 67% highlights Spain's defensive reliability.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0Spain wins
0Draws
0Austria wins
Market aligned with main pickSpain to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 77% · edge -13.7 pts
1.3
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 50%
2.1
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 50%
1.73
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No prior head-to-head matches exist between Spain and Austria, so historical data offers limited insight. The focus shifts to current form, tactical profiles, and tournament performances to assess likely outcomes.
Season team stats

World Cup

Spain4
Played
Austria4
Spain2
Avg goals for
Austria1.5
Spain0
Avg goals against
Austria2.3
Spain4
Clean sheets
Austria0
Market aligned with main pickSpain to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 77% · edge -13.7 pts
1.3
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Spain Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 72%
1.15
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Spain's season-long stats reinforce their defensive strength and possession-based attack, with a high pass accuracy and low goals conceded. Austria's stats reveal a more open style with higher goals scored and conceded, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that Spain can exploit through sustained pressure and territorial control.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
1Spain732105
2Austria431110
Spain leads their group with seven points, reflecting consistent performance and defensive solidity, while Austria's second-place finish with four points shows resilience but also defensive frailties. The standings underscore Spain's status as favorites but also the competitive nature of Austria's campaign.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

33%Spain Over 2.5
67%Austria Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
Over the last five matches, Spain has a low over 2.5 goals rate of 33%, consistent with their defensive approach, while Austria's 67% rate reflects their open, high-scoring games. The trend suggests a match leaning towards fewer goals, driven by Spain's control and Austria's defensive challenges.

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