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

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

Ireland and Canada have faced each other 3 times in the Hockey World Cup. Their head-to-head record includes 0 wins for Ireland, 2 wins for Canada, and 1 draw. Across these encounters, Ireland have scored 2 goals, while Canada have scored 7 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
3
0
Won
2
2
Lost
0
1
Tied
1
1
Highest Score
3
0
Lowest Score
1
2
Goals
7

Ireland Vs Canada In Hockey World Cup

  • Match 27
     
    19 Feb 1990

    Ireland
    1
    Canada
    1
  • Match 39
     
    23 Feb 1990

    Canada
    3
    Ireland
    0
  •  
    1 Apr 1978

    Canada
    3
    Ireland
    1

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

Ireland and Canada have played 3 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 3 encounters, Ireland have recorded 0 wins, while Canada have won 2 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 Ireland and Canada before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between Ireland and Canada?

Canada have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 3 meetings, Canada have won 2 matches, while Ireland have recorded 0 victories. The teams have also played 1 draw. This gives Canada a win rate of approximately 67% 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 Ireland and Canada First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between Ireland and Canada took place in 1978. The match ended 1-3 in favour of Canada. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, Ireland and Canada have met 3 times in the tournament, producing 0 wins for Ireland, 2 wins for Canada, 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 Ireland vs Canada Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between Ireland and Canada was played on 23 Feb 1990 during the 1990 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 0-3 win for Canada. 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 0 wins for Ireland, 1 win for Canada, and 1 draw in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest Ireland-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 Ireland and Canada Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 3 meetings, Ireland have scored 2 goals, while Canada have scored 7 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 9 goals, producing an average of 3 goals per match. Canada have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 5. 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 Ireland vs Canada Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between Ireland and Canada includes 3 meetings from 1978 to 1990. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. Ireland have won 0 matches, Canada have won 2, 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 Ireland vs Canada Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between Ireland and Canada came when Canada defeated Ireland 3-0 in 1990. The match produced a winning margin of 3 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. Canada have recorded 2 victories overall, while Ireland 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 Ireland and Canada played in the Hockey World Cup?
    Ireland and Canada have played 3 times in the Hockey World Cup.
  • Who has won more Hockey World Cup matches between Ireland and Canada?
    Canada have won more matches, with 2 victories, compared with 0 wins for Ireland.
  • How many times has Ireland beaten Canada in the Hockey World Cup?
    Ireland have beaten Canada 0 times out of 3 meetings.
  • How many times has Canada beaten Ireland in the Hockey World Cup?
    Canada have beaten Ireland 2 times out of 3 meetings.
  • How many times have Ireland and Canada drawn in the Hockey World Cup?
    Ireland and Canada have drawn 1 time in their 3 meetings.
  • When did Ireland and Canada last play each other in the Hockey World Cup?
    The latest Ireland vs Canada Hockey World Cup match was played on 23 Feb 1990, with the match ending in a 0-3 win for Canada.
  • How many goals have Ireland and Canada scored against each other?
    Ireland have scored 2 goals, while Canada have scored 7 goals in their Hockey World Cup meetings.
  • What is the biggest win in Ireland vs Canada Hockey World Cup history?
    The biggest win came when Canada defeated Ireland 3-0 in 1990.
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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