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Home  »  Hockey World Cup  »  Head to Head  »  Germany Vs South Africa

Germany vs South Africa Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

Germany and South Africa have faced each other 4 times in the Hockey World Cup. Their head-to-head record includes 3 wins for Germany, 0 wins for South Africa, and 1 draw. Across these encounters, Germany have scored 13 goals, while South Africa have scored 1 goal. 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
3
Won
0
0
Lost
3
1
Tied
1
5
Highest Score
1
1
Lowest Score
0
13
Goals
1

Germany Vs South Africa In Hockey World Cup

  • Match 04
     
    1 Jun 2014

    Germany
    4
    South Africa
    0
  • Match 25
     
    12 Sep 2006

    Germany
    5
    South Africa
    0
  • Match 10
     
    25 Feb 2002

    South Africa
    0
    Germany
    3
  • Match 4
     
    23 Nov 1994

    Germany
    1
    South Africa
    1

How Many Times Have Germany and South Africa Played in the Hockey World Cup?

Germany and South Africa 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, Germany have recorded 3 wins, while South Africa have won 0 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 Germany and South Africa before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between Germany and South Africa?

Germany have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 4 meetings, Germany have won 3 matches, while South Africa have recorded 0 victories. The teams have also played 1 draw. This gives Germany a win rate of approximately 75% 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 Germany and South Africa First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between Germany and South Africa took place in 1994. The match ended 1-1 as a draw. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, Germany and South Africa have met 4 times in the tournament, producing 3 wins for Germany, 0 wins for South Africa, 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 Germany vs South Africa Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between Germany and South Africa was played on 01 Jun 2014 during the 2014 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 4-0 win for 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 2 wins for Germany, 0 wins for South Africa, and 1 draw in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest Germany-vs-South Africa-style head-to-head information can use this section to quickly identify the most recent result, date and score.

How Many Goals Have Germany and South Africa Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 4 meetings, Germany have scored 13 goals, while South Africa have scored 1 goal. Together, the two teams have scored 14 goals, producing an average of 3.5 goals per match. Germany have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 12. 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 Germany vs South Africa Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between Germany and South Africa includes 4 meetings from 1994 to 2014. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. Germany have won 3 matches, South Africa have won 0, 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 Germany vs South Africa Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between Germany and South Africa came when Germany defeated South Africa 5-0 in 2006. 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 4 meetings. Germany have recorded 3 victories overall, while South Africa 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 Germany and South Africa played in the Hockey World Cup?
    Germany and South Africa have played 4 times in the Hockey World Cup.
  • Who has won more Hockey World Cup matches between Germany and South Africa?
    Germany have won more matches, with 3 victories, compared with 0 wins for South Africa.
  • How many times has Germany beaten South Africa in the Hockey World Cup?
    Germany have beaten South Africa 3 times out of 4 meetings.
  • How many times has South Africa beaten Germany in the Hockey World Cup?
    South Africa have beaten Germany 0 times out of 4 meetings.
  • How many times have Germany and South Africa drawn in the Hockey World Cup?
    Germany and South Africa have drawn 1 time in their 4 meetings.
  • When did Germany and South Africa last play each other in the Hockey World Cup?
    The latest Germany vs South Africa Hockey World Cup match was played on 01 Jun 2014, with the match ending in a 4-0 win for Germany.
  • How many goals have Germany and South Africa scored against each other?
    Germany have scored 13 goals, while South Africa have scored 1 goal in their Hockey World Cup meetings.
  • What is the biggest win in Germany vs South Africa Hockey World Cup history?
    The biggest win came when Germany defeated South Africa 5-0 in 2006.
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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