The Austria national team played a friendly match against Jordan, showcasing statistical dominance but failing to secure a victory. The game, covered with detailed live data by tod.tv, provided crucial insights for manager Ralf Rangnick's squad ahead of their upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
What was the tactical setup?
Rangnick deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation blending experience and youth. Alexander Schlager started in goal, with a back four of Stefan Posch, Philipp Lienhart, Xaver Schlager, and Philipp Mwene. The defensive midfield pivot featured Nicolas Seiwald and the experienced David Alaba, while Romano Schmid, Konrad Laimer, and Marcel Sabitzer supported striker Sasa Kalajdžić in attack. Jordan set up in a defensively-minded 3-4-2-1 shape.
Which statistics defined the match?
Austria controlled proceedings with 63.2% possession, completing 580 passes at an 84% accuracy rate. Jordan had 36.8% possession and 332 passes with 72.6% accuracy. Both teams registered 11 total shots, with four on target each. Austria committed 12 fouls and received one yellow card, while Jordan made 7 fouls with no bookings. Corners were 4-3 in Austria's favour, and they were caught offside three times to Jordan's once.
Which players came off the bench?
During the match, Rangnick introduced fresh legs from the substitutes' bench. Options included Florian Grillitsch, Michael Gregoritsch, Felix Wiegele, Patrick Pentz, and Carney Chukwuemeka. This rotation is vital for testing squad depth before the next competitive fixture.
Where does Austria stand in World Cup qualifying?
This friendly took place against the backdrop of a tense qualifying campaign. Currently, the Austrian side sits second in their World Cup qualifying group. They have four points from three games (one win, one draw, one loss) with a goal difference of 6:6. Their recent form over the last five matches is poor, with zero wins, two draws, and three losses. Their last official match on July 2, 2026, was a 3-0 defeat to Spain. In the standings, they trail leaders Argentina by five points.
What is next for the team?
The next official step is the crucial home qualifier against Israel on September 24, 2026. This match is essential for Austria's ambitions to keep pace at the top of the group. All planning for the coming weeks, including squad selection detailed on our squad page, will be focused on this encounter. Fans can follow the upcoming schedule on our fixtures page and check the current table position in our standings section.
