Greece vs Nigeria: World Cup head-to-head record
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Greece and Nigeria are perfectly level in their World Cup head-to-head record, with each side winning one of their two all-time meetings. Across the 1994 and 2010 FIFA World Cups, the two nations have met twice, producing no draws — just two decisive results that leave the overall series tied at one win apiece.
Nigeria drew first blood at USA 1994, beating Greece 2-0 in the group stage, while Greece gained revenge sixteen years later with a 2-1 victory at South Africa 2010 in one of the tournament's most dramatic late comebacks.
Full World Cup H2H Results Table
Here is every World Cup meeting between Greece and Nigeria:
| Year | Tournament | Matchday | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | USA 1994 | Matchday 3 | Greece 0-2 Nigeria | Nigeria |
| 2010 | South Africa 2010 | Matchday 7 | Greece 2-1 Nigeria | Greece |
Match Context
Nigeria's 2-0 victory over Greece at USA 1994 came in the group stage and was part of the Super Eagles' memorable debut at a FIFA World Cup. Nigeria topped their group that year, and the win over Greece — who were eliminated without scoring a goal in the tournament — showcased the emerging African powerhouse's quality on the world stage.
Greece's 2-1 win over Nigeria at South Africa 2010 is among the most celebrated moments in Greek football history. Needing a win to have any chance of advancing from the group stage, Greece produced a determined display to overturn a deficit and claim all three points. It remains the only World Cup victory Greece have registered against African opposition. Fans heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup can track any new chapter in this rivalry — and every other fixture — live at Bola 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Have Greece and Nigeria ever drawn at the World Cup?
No. Across their two World Cup meetings — in 1994 and 2010 — there have been zero draws. Both matches produced a decisive winner, leaving the series perfectly tied at one win each.
When did Greece beat Nigeria at the World Cup?
Greece beat Nigeria 2-1 at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. It was a crucial group-stage match for Greece, who needed the win to stay alive in the tournament.
When did Nigeria beat Greece at the World Cup?
Nigeria defeated Greece 2-0 at the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States. It was a group-stage game played on Matchday 3 and formed part of Nigeria's impressive debut World Cup campaign.