Overview
- The round‑of‑32 tie kicks off at 8pm BST (noon local) on Thursday, July 2, at Los Angeles Stadium and will be shown live on BBC One in the UK.
- Spain finished top of their group without conceding a goal and go into the match as heavy favourites in betting markets and most preview predictions.
- Spain are likely to be without wingers Nico Williams and Yeremy Pino because of recent injuries, while Victor Muñoz has returned to fitness and Lamine Yamal is expected to start.
- Manchester City midfielder Rodri will continue to play at the World Cup despite a reported issue that is expected to need surgery after the tournament.
- Austria reached the knockouts with a 96th‑minute equaliser and coach Ralf Rangnick has downplayed knocks to David Alaba and Marko Arnautovic, saying both should be available for the tie.