Czechoslovakia vs Northern Ireland: World Cup head-to-head record
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Czechoslovakia and Northern Ireland have met just twice in FIFA World Cup history, both matches occurring during the 1958 tournament in Sweden. Northern Ireland holds the advantage with one victory and one draw from their two encounters, while Czechoslovakia has never beaten Northern Ireland at a World Cup.
Both meetings took place in Group 1 of the 1958 World Cup, including a playoff match that was necessary due to the group's final standings.
Complete Match History
The two nations' World Cup rivalry is brief but memorable, confined entirely to the 1958 tournament. Northern Ireland's 1-0 victory in their opening group match gave them a crucial advantage, while the 1-1 draw in the playoff was enough to see them progress to the knockout stages.
| Date | Match | Score | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Northern Ireland vs Czechoslovakia | 1-0 | Group 1 Matchday 1 |
| 1958 | Northern Ireland vs Czechoslovakia | 1-1 | Group 1 Playoff |
These encounters represent a golden period for Northern Irish football, as they reached the quarter-finals of the 1958 World Cup. Fans tracking current international fixtures can follow live scores and results on Bola 2026 for the latest match updates.
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Czechoslovakia and Northern Ireland played at the World Cup?
They have met twice at the World Cup, both matches occurring during the 1958 tournament in Sweden in Group 1.
What is Northern Ireland's World Cup record against Czechoslovakia?
Northern Ireland has 1 win and 1 draw against Czechoslovakia from their 2 World Cup meetings, never losing to them.
When did Czechoslovakia last play Northern Ireland at a World Cup?
Their last World Cup meeting was the Group 1 playoff in 1958, which ended 1-1 and helped Northern Ireland advance.