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Australia vs Soviet Union Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

Australia and Soviet Union have faced each other 3 times in the Hockey World Cup. Their head-to-head record includes 3 wins for Australia, 0 wins for Soviet Union, and 0 draws. Across these encounters, Australia have scored 11 goals, while Soviet Union have scored 2 goals. Their meetings have taken place across 3 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
3
3
Won
0
0
Lost
3
0
Tied
0
5
Highest Score
2
3
Lowest Score
0
11
Goals
2

Australia Vs Soviet Union In Hockey World Cup

  • Match 16
     
    16 Feb 1990

    Soviet Union
    0
    Australia
    3
  •  
    18 Oct 1986

    Australia
    5
    Soviet Union
    0
  •  
    31 Dec 1981

    Australia
    3
    Soviet Union
    2

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

Australia and Soviet Union have played 3 matches against each other in the Hockey World Cup. These meetings have taken place across 3 editions of the tournament, giving both teams a significant history at the competition. In their 3 encounters, Australia have recorded 3 wins, while Soviet Union 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 Soviet Union before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between Australia and Soviet Union?

Australia have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 3 meetings, Australia have won 3 matches, while Soviet Union 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 Soviet Union First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between Australia and Soviet Union took place in 1982. The match ended 3-2 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 Soviet Union have met 3 times in the tournament, producing 3 wins for Australia, 0 wins for Soviet Union, 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 Soviet Union Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between Australia and Soviet Union was played on 16 Feb 1990 during the 1990 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 3-0 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 2 wins for Australia, 0 wins for Soviet Union, and 0 draws in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest Australia-vs-Soviet Union-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 Soviet Union Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 3 meetings, Australia have scored 11 goals, while Soviet Union have scored 2 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 13 goals, producing an average of 4.3 goals per match. Australia have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 9. 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 Soviet Union Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between Australia and Soviet Union includes 3 meetings from 1982 to 1990. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. Australia have won 3 matches, Soviet Union 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 Soviet Union Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between Australia and Soviet Union came when Australia defeated Soviet Union 5-0 in 1986. The match produced a winning margin of 5 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 3 meetings. Australia have recorded 3 victories overall, while Soviet Union 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 Soviet Union played in the Hockey World Cup?
    Australia and Soviet Union have played 3 times in the Hockey World Cup.
  • Who has won more Hockey World Cup matches between Australia and Soviet Union?
    Australia have won more matches, with 3 victories, compared with 0 wins for Soviet Union.
  • How many times has Australia beaten Soviet Union in the Hockey World Cup?
    Australia have beaten Soviet Union 3 times out of 3 meetings.
  • How many times has Soviet Union beaten Australia in the Hockey World Cup?
    Soviet Union have beaten Australia 0 times out of 3 meetings.
  • How many times have Australia and Soviet Union drawn in the Hockey World Cup?
    Australia and Soviet Union have drawn 0 times in their 3 meetings.
  • When did Australia and Soviet Union last play each other in the Hockey World Cup?
    The latest Australia vs Soviet Union Hockey World Cup match was played on 16 Feb 1990, with the match ending in a 3-0 win for Australia.
  • How many goals have Australia and Soviet Union scored against each other?
    Australia have scored 11 goals, while Soviet Union have scored 2 goals in their Hockey World Cup meetings.
  • What is the biggest win in Australia vs Soviet Union Hockey World Cup history?
    The biggest win came when Australia defeated Soviet Union 5-0 in 1986.
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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