Argentina vs Hungary: World Cup head-to-head record
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Argentina dominates Hungary in World Cup head-to-head meetings with 2 victories, 1 draw, and 0 defeats across their 3 encounters between 1962-1982. The South Americans scored 6 goals while conceding just 2 in these matchups.
Their most recent World Cup clash was Argentina's emphatic 4-1 victory in 1982, while Hungary's best result remains a goalless draw from their first meeting in 1962.
Complete Match History
The three World Cup encounters span two decades, with Argentina establishing clear superiority. Their 1978 home tournament featured a narrow 2-1 victory over Hungary, while the 1982 clash in Spain saw Argentina at their most dominant with a 4-1 triumph. Hungary managed to frustrate Argentina only once, earning a valuable point through a scoreless draw in Chile 1962.
Fans tracking future international matchups can follow live scores and build tournament brackets on Bola 2026. While these teams haven't faced each other in World Cup competition for over four decades, their historical record shows Argentina's consistent edge against Hungarian opposition on football's biggest stage.
Frequently asked questions
When did Argentina and Hungary last play in the World Cup?
Argentina and Hungary last met in the World Cup in 1982, with Argentina winning 4-1 during the group stage in Spain.
Has Hungary ever beaten Argentina in World Cup competition?
No, Hungary has never defeated Argentina in World Cup matches. Their best result was a 0-0 draw in 1962.
What is Argentina's biggest World Cup win over Hungary?
Argentina's largest victory over Hungary was 4-1 in 1982 during the group stage of the Spain World Cup.