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

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

Spain and Australia have played 9 matches against each other in the Hockey World Cup. These meetings have taken place across 9 editions of the tournament, giving both teams a significant history at the competition. In their 9 encounters, Spain have recorded 1 win, while Australia have won 7 matches. The remaining 1 draw 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 Spain and Australia before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between Spain and Australia?

Australia have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 9 meetings, Australia have won 7 matches, while Spain have recorded 1 victory. The teams have also played 1 draw. This gives Australia a win rate of approximately 78% 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 Spain and Australia First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between Spain and Australia took place in 1971. The match ended 0-1 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, Spain and Australia have met 9 times in the tournament, producing 1 win for Spain, 7 wins for Australia, and 1 draw. 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 Spain vs Australia Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between Spain and Australia was played on 18 Aug 2026 during the 2026 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 0-1 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 Spain, 6 wins for Australia, and 1 draw in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest Spain-vs-Australia-style head-to-head information can use this section to quickly identify the most recent result, date and score.

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

Across their 9 meetings, Spain have scored 9 goals, while Australia have scored 22 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 31 goals, producing an average of 3.4 goals per match. Australia have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 13. 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 Spain vs Australia Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between Spain and Australia includes 9 meetings from 1971 to 2026. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. Spain have won 1 match, Australia have won 7, while 1 draw 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 Spain vs Australia Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between Spain and Australia came when Australia defeated Spain 6-0 in 1986. The match produced a winning margin of 6 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 9 meetings. Australia have recorded 7 victories overall, while Spain have won 1 match. This section highlights the most dominant result between the two sides and provides additional context beyond their overall win-loss record.