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>Austria vs Israel Prediction & Betting Tips – 24/09/2026
Austria welcome Israel to open their UEFA Nations League League B Group 3 campaign on 24 September 2026, with kickoff at 19:45 BST. Ralf Rangnick's side arrive buoyed by a creditable run to the last 32 at the World Cup and will fancy their chances of earning promotion to League A. Israel, meanwhile, endured relegation in the previous Nations League edition and failed to reach the World Cup playoffs, leaving Ran Ben Shimon's squad desperate for a positive start. The stakes feel significant for both sides from the very first fixture.
Match Analysis
Austria enter this Nations League opener as clear favorites at 1.36, backed by Rangnick's structured pressing system and a track record of 2.5 goals per game in their previous Nations League campaign, despite significant absentees.
- 2.5 goals per game averaged by Austria in the 2024/25 Nations League campaign.
- BTTS landed in 83% of Austria's Nations League fixtures, reflecting an attack-minded system.
- Home advantage under Rangnick, whose tactical structure consistently generates high-press dominance.
- Israel missing 4 key players through injury, marginally narrowing the quality gap in Austria's favor.
Israel arrive at 7.00 as heavy outsiders, carrying a modest 1.4 goals per game average and a W-D-W-D-L run across their last five matches, suggesting a pragmatic side that grinds results rather than dominates opponents.
- Israel average just 1.4 goals per game, limiting their threat against a Rangnick high-press setup.
- W-D-W-D-L form over five matches reflects a reactive side that struggles to impose against hosts.
- 4 confirmed absentees including Blorian and Rotman further weaken Israel's defensive and midfield options.
Key point: With Austria fielding seven uncapped players, a cautious first-half approach is likely; the under 2.5 goals market at 2.45 offers a complementary angle worth considering.
Form & Statistics: Austria vs Israel
Austria
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Israel
Recent form
Season statistics (2)
Lineups: Austria vs Israel
Austria
Starters
- 1 Alexander Schlager
- 2 Stefan Posch
- 3 Kevin Danso
- 4 Philipp Lienhart
- 5 Phillipp Mwene
- 6 Xaver Schlager
- 7 Nicolas Seiwald
- 8 Romano Schmid
- 9 Junior Adamu
- 10 Christoph Lang
- 11 Michael Gregoritsch
Bench
- Patrick Pentz
- David Affengruber
- Sasa Kalajdzic
Absent
- Marko Arnautovic (Retired from national team duty)
- Marcel Sabitzer (Taking a break from national team)
- David Alaba (Not selected; remains without a club)
- Konrad Laimer (Adductor injury)
- Christoph Baumgartner (Reported injured)
- Florian Grillitsch (Injury)
- Raul Florucz (Suspension)
Israel
Starters
- 1 Daniel Peretz
- 2 Eli Dasa
- 3 Raz Shlomo
- 4 Idan Nachmias
- 5 Roy Revivo
- 6 Mohammad Abu Fani
- 7 Dor Peretz
- 8 Liel Abada
- 9 Oscar Gloukh
- 10 Manor Solomon
- 11 Dor Turgeman
Bench
- Tai Baribo
- Yarden Shua
- Anan Khalaili
- Eilel Peretz
Absent
- Or Blorian (Injury)
- Itay Rotman (Injury)
- Stav Lemkin (Injury)
- Omri Gandelman (Unknown injury)
Low confidence
Both sides appear set to line up in a 4-2-3-1, though Austria's shape carries less certainty, with their selection drawn from speculative sources rather than the multiple credible outlets that underpin Israel's confirmed core. That confidence gap is worth bearing in mind when assessing how either side might adapt before kickoff.
For Israel, Oscar Gloukh operating behind the striker offers genuine creativity in the number ten role, while Austria will look to Xaver Schlager and Nicolas Seiwald to impose themselves in the double pivot and control the tempo of what promises to be a closely contested Nations League opener.
Our Verdict
Austria's home win at 1.36 represents the standout selection here. Ralf Rangnick's side averaged 2.5 goals per match in their previous Nations League campaign, and their historical home record against Israel in competitive fixtures reads as a clean sweep. Israel, meanwhile, arrive having been relegated from League A last time out and without World Cup playoff football behind them. The hosts' structural superiority in pressing intensity and squad depth should prove decisive. For those tracking goal markets, over 2.5 goals at 1.50 also merits attention given Austria's prolific recent output. Prediction: Austria win.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Austria vs Israel?
Austria to win is the standout selection here. Rangnick's side carry genuine structural advantages, averaging 2.5 goals per match in their last Nations League campaign, and Israel's modest output of 1.4 goals per match suits a home side set up to press and dominate. Despite notable absentees, the 1.36 still represents fair value for a measured wager.
What time does Austria vs Israel kick off?
Austria vs Israel kicks off at 18:45 UTC on 24 September 2026. The match will be played in Austria, with the exact venue to be confirmed by the Austrian Football Association. It serves as the opening fixture of the UEFA Nations League campaign for both sides, making it a significant early test of intent.
Where can I watch Austria vs Israel on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for this UEFA Nations League fixture have not been confirmed in our available data. We would recommend checking your domestic sports broadcaster's schedule, as well as streaming platforms that hold UEFA Nations League rights in your territory, for the most up-to-date television and online viewing information.
What is Austria's recent record against Israel?
Detailed historical head-to-head records between Austria and Israel are not available in our current data set. What is clear is that this Nations League opener represents a significant fixture for both sides, with Austria entering as firm favourites at 1.36 and Israel seeking to establish themselves against higher-ranked European opposition.