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Home  »  Hockey World Cup  »  Head to Head  »  England Vs West Germany

England vs West Germany Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

England and West Germany have faced each other 4 times in the Hockey World Cup. Their head-to-head record includes 1 win for England, 2 wins for West Germany, and 1 draw. Across these encounters, England have scored 4 goals, while West Germany have scored 7 goals. Their meetings have taken place across 4 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
4
1
Won
2
2
Lost
1
1
Tied
1
3
Highest Score
3
1
Lowest Score
2
4
Goals
7

England Vs West Germany In Hockey World Cup

  • Match 25
     
    18 Feb 1990

    England
    1
    West Germany
    2
  •  
    18 Oct 1986

    England
    3
    West Germany
    2
  •  
    26 Mar 1978

    West Germany
    0
    England
    0
  •  
    9 Mar 1975

    West Germany
    3
    England
    0

How Many Times Have England and West Germany Played in the Hockey World Cup?

England and West Germany have played 4 matches against each other in the Hockey World Cup. These meetings have taken place across 4 editions of the tournament, giving both teams a significant history at the competition. In their 4 encounters, England have recorded 1 win, while West Germany 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 England and West Germany before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between England and West Germany?

West Germany have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 4 meetings, West Germany have won 2 matches, while England have recorded 1 victory. The teams have also played 1 draw. This gives West Germany a win rate of approximately 50% 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 England and West Germany First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between England and West Germany took place in 1975. The match ended 0-3 in favour of West Germany. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, England and West Germany have met 4 times in the tournament, producing 1 win for England, 2 wins for West Germany, 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 England vs West Germany Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between England and West Germany was played on 18 Feb 1990 during the 1990 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 1-2 win for West Germany. 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 England, 1 win for West Germany, and 1 draw in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest England-vs-West Germany-style head-to-head information can use this section to quickly identify the most recent result, date and score.

How Many Goals Have England and West Germany Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 4 meetings, England have scored 4 goals, while West Germany have scored 7 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 11 goals, producing an average of 2.8 goals per match. West Germany have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 3. 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 England vs West Germany Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between England and West Germany includes 4 meetings from 1975 to 1990. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. England have won 1 match, West Germany 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 England vs West Germany Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between England and West Germany came when West Germany defeated England 3-0 in 1975. 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 4 meetings. West Germany have recorded 2 victories overall, while England 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.

FAQs on Hockey World Cup

  • How many times have England and West Germany played in the Hockey World Cup?
    England and West Germany have played 4 times in the Hockey World Cup.
  • Who has won more Hockey World Cup matches between England and West Germany?
    West Germany have won more matches, with 2 victories, compared with 1 win for England.
  • How many times has England beaten West Germany in the Hockey World Cup?
    England have beaten West Germany 1 time out of 4 meetings.
  • How many times has West Germany beaten England in the Hockey World Cup?
    West Germany have beaten England 2 times out of 4 meetings.
  • How many times have England and West Germany drawn in the Hockey World Cup?
    England and West Germany have drawn 1 time in their 4 meetings.
  • When did England and West Germany last play each other in the Hockey World Cup?
    The latest England vs West Germany Hockey World Cup match was played on 18 Feb 1990, with the match ending in a 1-2 win for West Germany.
  • How many goals have England and West Germany scored against each other?
    England have scored 4 goals, while West Germany have scored 7 goals in their Hockey World Cup meetings.
  • What is the biggest win in England vs West Germany Hockey World Cup history?
    The biggest win came when West Germany defeated England 3-0 in 1975.
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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