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Home  »  Hockey World Cup  »  Head to Head  »  Australia Vs Canada

Australia vs Canada Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

Australia and Canada have faced each other 2 times in the Hockey World Cup. Their head-to-head record includes 2 wins for Australia, 0 wins for Canada, and 0 draws. Across these encounters, Australia have scored 10 goals, while Canada have scored 2 goals. Their meetings have taken place across 2 editions of the Hockey World Cup, providing a useful record of how the two teams have performed against each other over the years. This page covers their overall record, first meeting, latest match, wins, draws, goal statistics and complete Hockey World Cup match history.
Matches
2
2
Won
0
0
Lost
2
0
Tied
0
6
Highest Score
2
4
Lowest Score
2
10
Goals
2

Australia Vs Canada In Hockey World Cup

  •  
    5 Oct 1986

    Australia
    6
    Canada
    2
  •  
    28 Mar 1978

    Australia
    4
    Canada
    0

How Many Times Have Australia and Canada Played in the Hockey World Cup?

Australia and Canada have played 2 matches against each other in the Hockey World Cup. These meetings have taken place across 2 editions of the tournament, giving both teams a significant history at the competition. In their 2 encounters, Australia have recorded 2 wins, while Canada have won 0 matches. The remaining 0 draws ended level. This overall record provides a quick view of how closely matched the teams have been whenever they met at the Hockey World Cup. Fans can use the head-to-head record to understand the historical advantage between Australia and Canada before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between Australia and Canada?

Australia have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 2 meetings, Australia have won 2 matches, while Canada have recorded 0 victories. The teams have also played 0 draws. This gives Australia a win rate of approximately 100% in their Hockey World Cup meetings. The difference in wins shows which side has historically had more success in this particular fixture. However, the overall record only reflects previous meetings and does not determine the result of a future match. The complete results below provide more detail on when these victories and draws took place.

When Did Australia and Canada First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between Australia and Canada took place in 1978. The match ended 4-0 in favour of Australia. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, Australia and Canada have met 2 times in the tournament, producing 2 wins for Australia, 0 wins for Canada, and 0 draws. The first-match information provides historical context for understanding how this rivalry has developed across different editions of the Hockey World Cup.

When Was the Last Australia vs Canada Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between Australia and Canada was played on 05 Oct 1986 during the 1986 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 6-2 win for Australia. This latest meeting is important because it represents the most recent result in the teams' Hockey World Cup head-to-head record. Before this match, the teams had recorded 1 win for Australia, 0 wins for Canada, and 0 draws in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest Australia-vs-Canada-style head-to-head information can use this section to quickly identify the most recent result, date and score.

How Many Goals Have Australia and Canada Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 2 meetings, Australia have scored 10 goals, while Canada have scored 2 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 12 goals, producing an average of 6 goals per match. Australia have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 8. These figures provide another way to compare the teams beyond wins and losses. The goal record also shows whether their previous meetings have generally produced high-scoring or closely contested matches. The detailed results table above can be used to identify the highest-scoring meeting and the biggest winning margin in their Hockey World Cup history.

What Is the Complete Australia vs Canada Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between Australia and Canada includes 2 meetings from 1978 to 1986. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. Australia have won 2 matches, Canada have won 0, while 0 draws have ended level. Reviewing the results chronologically helps fans understand how the head-to-head record has changed over time. It also highlights the teams' most recent meeting, their biggest victory and any periods when one side dominated the fixture.

What Is the Biggest Win in Australia vs Canada Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between Australia and Canada came when Australia defeated Canada 4-0 in 1978. The match produced a winning margin of 4 goals, making it the largest margin recorded between the two teams in the tournament. The result is part of a wider head-to-head record covering 2 meetings. Australia have recorded 2 victories overall, while Canada have won 0 matches. This section highlights the most dominant result between the two sides and provides additional context beyond their overall win-loss record.

FAQs on Hockey World Cup

  • How many times have Australia and Canada played in the Hockey World Cup?
    Australia and Canada have played 2 times in the Hockey World Cup.
  • Who has won more Hockey World Cup matches between Australia and Canada?
    Australia have won more matches, with 2 victories, compared with 0 wins for Canada.
  • How many times has Australia beaten Canada in the Hockey World Cup?
    Australia have beaten Canada 2 times out of 2 meetings.
  • How many times has Canada beaten Australia in the Hockey World Cup?
    Canada have beaten Australia 0 times out of 2 meetings.
  • How many times have Australia and Canada drawn in the Hockey World Cup?
    Australia and Canada have drawn 0 times in their 2 meetings.
  • When did Australia and Canada last play each other in the Hockey World Cup?
    The latest Australia vs Canada Hockey World Cup match was played on 05 Oct 1986, with the match ending in a 6-2 win for Australia.
  • How many goals have Australia and Canada scored against each other?
    Australia have scored 10 goals, while Canada have scored 2 goals in their Hockey World Cup meetings.
  • What is the biggest win in Australia vs Canada Hockey World Cup history?
    The biggest win came when Australia defeated Canada 4-0 in 1978.
Results
Match 50
ESP ESP
GER GER
0 - 1
Aug 30, 2026 20:00 (IST)
Match 49
NED NED
ARG ARG
1 - 2
Aug 30, 2026 17:30 (IST)
Match 48
GER GER
ARG ARG
2 - 1
Aug 29, 2026 00:00 (IST)
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