Cuba vs Romania: World Cup head-to-head record
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Cuba leads Romania 1-0-1 in their all-time World Cup head-to-head record, with both meetings occurring at the 1938 World Cup in France. The teams first drew 2-2 in the first round, then Cuba won the replay 2-1, making Cuba one of the few nations to maintain an unbeaten World Cup record against Romania.
These two matches represent the complete history of Cuba vs Romania at FIFA World Cups, spanning from 1930 to 2022. Romania has never defeated Cuba in World Cup competition.
Complete Match History
The entire Cuba vs Romania World Cup rivalry consists of just two matches, both played during the 1938 tournament in France. In their first encounter, the teams played to a 2-2 draw in the opening round. Under the tournament format of that era, a replay was necessary to determine who would advance.
Cuba emerged victorious in the replay with a 2-1 win, eliminating Romania and advancing to the next round. This makes Cuba one of the rare nations to hold a winning record against Romania in World Cup competition. For comprehensive tracking of international football records and upcoming matches, fans can follow updates on Bola 2026.
| Year | Stage | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1938 | First Round | Cuba 2-2 Romania |
| 1938 | First Round (Replay) | Cuba 2-1 Romania |
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Cuba and Romania played at the World Cup?
Cuba and Romania have played twice at the World Cup, with both matches occurring during the 1938 tournament in France.
Has Romania ever beaten Cuba at the World Cup?
No, Romania has never defeated Cuba in World Cup competition. Cuba leads the head-to-head record 1-0-1.
When did Cuba last play Romania at the World Cup?
Cuba last played Romania at the 1938 World Cup in the first round replay, winning 2-1 to advance in the tournament.