Hungary vs Sweden: World Cup head-to-head record
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Hungary and Sweden have faced each other exactly twice in FIFA World Cup history, with each nation claiming one victory. The all-time World Cup head-to-head record stands at: Played 2, Hungary won 1, Sweden won 1, with no draws between the two European nations.
Their World Cup meetings span a 20-year period from 1938 to 1958, featuring contrasting results that showcase the competitive balance between these footballing nations across different tournaments.
Complete World Cup Meeting History
The two World Cup encounters between Hungary and Sweden tell a tale of contrasting fortunes. In 1938, Hungary's legendary team, featuring the famous forward line, crushed Sweden 5-1 in the semi-finals en route to the final. Twenty years later, Sweden gained their revenge on home soil during the 1958 World Cup, edging Hungary 2-1 in a group stage encounter.
Fans tracking the 2026 World Cup can follow live scores and build brackets on Bola 2026 to see if these nations meet again. The historical data shows that when Hungary and Sweden clash at World Cups, goals flow freely - both matches produced at least three goals, making any future meeting between these sides one to watch for entertainment value.
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Hungary and Sweden played at the World Cup?
Hungary and Sweden have played exactly twice in World Cup history - once in 1938 and once in 1958, with each team winning one match.
What was the biggest World Cup win between Hungary and Sweden?
Hungary's 5-1 victory over Sweden in the 1938 World Cup semi-finals represents the largest margin of victory in their head-to-head World Cup history.
When did Sweden beat Hungary at a World Cup?
Sweden defeated Hungary 2-1 during the group stage of the 1958 World Cup, which was hosted by Sweden.