Schmid faces his idol as Austria prepare for the world champions

Schmid faces his idol Monday in Dallas

Romano Schmid grew up watching him. Now he plays against him. Austria face the reigning World Cup champions Monday in Dallas, and Schmid gets a shot at the player he has admired since childhood (1). No scoreline yet. That comes Monday.

Argentina likely to start Nico González against you

Argentina are expected to hand Nico González a starting spot for the Austria match (2). The Fiorentina winger is pushing for a place in the XI as the defending champions prepare for their second group game. Austria's opener against Jordan comes first, but Argentina is the one circled on every calendar.