Austria Celebrates World Cup Opening Victory at the Danube Tower Public Viewing
A historic football morning brought excitement to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Public Viewing at the Danube Tower Vienna on June 17, 2026. Numerous fans gathered from 6:00 AM onwards to watch Austria’s opening World Cup match against Jordan at the Immersive Center at the foot of the Danube Tower.
For Austria, it was a special moment: after 28 years, the national team returned to the biggest stage in international football. The anticipation was equally high among visitors, who watched the match together while enjoying a special all-you-can-eat breakfast.
Austria Opens FIFA World Cup 2026™ with a 3–1 Victory
Ralf Rangnick’s team secured a 3–1 win against Jordan in its opening FIFA World Cup 2026™ group-stage match, earning important points in the race for qualification to the knockout stage.
Romano Schmid gave Austria the lead with a spectacular long-range strike. After Jordan equalised through Ali Ulwan, the Austrian national team found the decisive breakthrough in the closing stages. An own goal by Jasan al-Arab restored Austria’s advantage before Marko Arnautović converted a penalty in stoppage time to secure the final 3–1 result.
With this victory, Austria celebrated its first FIFA World Cup win since 1990 and established a strong position for the remaining group-stage matches.
Breakfast Event and Fan Atmosphere at the Danube Tower
To match the early kickoff time, the Austria match was hosted as a Special Event Day. Visitors enjoyed an extensive breakfast buffet while watching the game together on giant screens.
The combination of World Cup football, breakfast and public viewing created a unique atmosphere from the early hours of the morning. Many fans arrived dressed in Austria’s red-and-white colours and celebrated the country's return to the FIFA World Cup stage together.
Public Viewing at the Immersive Center at the Danube Tower
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Public Viewing takes place at the Immersive Center at the foot of the Danube Tower and, in good weather conditions, additionally in the Danube Tower Garden.
The venue offers:
- Live broadcasts of selected FIFA World Cup matches on giant screens
- Guaranteed seating
- Indoor and outdoor viewing areas
- Professional sound and projection technology
- Food, beverage and fan packages
- A weather-independent event concept
Special attention is given to matches involving the Austrian national team, as well as the knockout-stage matches through to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final.
Austria's Next Match at the Danube Tower Public Viewing
Following a successful start to the tournament, attention now turns to Austria’s next group-stage match. On June 22, 2026, Austria will face defending world champions Argentina. The match will also be broadcast live as part of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Public Viewing at the Danube Tower.
Event Facts
- Event: FIFA World Cup 2026™ Public Viewing
- Match: Austria vs. Jordan
- Result: 3–1
- Date: June 17, 2026
- Kickoff: 6:00 AM
- Venue: Immersive Center at the Danube Tower Vienna
- Special Package: All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast
- Austria Goals: Romano Schmid, Jasan al-Arab (own goal), Marko Arnautović
- Jordan Goal: Ali Ulwan
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026™ Group Stage
- Austria's Next Match: Argentina vs. Austria on June 22, 2026
