France vs Netherlands Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

How Many Times Have France and Netherlands Played in the Hockey World Cup?

France and Netherlands 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, France have recorded 0 wins, while Netherlands have won 2 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 France and Netherlands before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between France and Netherlands?

Netherlands have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 2 meetings, Netherlands have won 2 matches, while France have recorded 0 victories. The teams have also played 0 draws. This gives Netherlands 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 France and Netherlands First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between France and Netherlands took place in 1971. The match ended 1-2 in favour of Netherlands. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, France and Netherlands have met 2 times in the tournament, producing 0 wins for France, 2 wins for Netherlands, 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 France vs Netherlands Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between France and Netherlands was played on 12 Feb 1990 during the 1990 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 1-2 win for Netherlands. 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 France, 1 win for Netherlands, and 0 draws in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest France-vs-Netherlands-style head-to-head information can use this section to quickly identify the most recent result, date and score.

How Many Goals Have France and Netherlands Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 2 meetings, France have scored 2 goals, while Netherlands have scored 4 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 6 goals, producing an average of 3 goals per match. Netherlands have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 2. 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 France vs Netherlands Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between France and Netherlands includes 2 meetings from 1971 to 1990. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. France have won 0 matches, Netherlands have won 2, 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 France vs Netherlands Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between France and Netherlands came when Netherlands defeated France 2-1 in 1971. The match produced a winning margin of 1 goal, 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. Netherlands have recorded 2 victories overall, while France 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.