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

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

Ireland and Pakistan have faced each other 2 times in the Hockey World Cup. Their head-to-head record includes 0 wins for Ireland, 2 wins for Pakistan, and 0 draws. Across these encounters, Ireland have scored 1 goal, while Pakistan have scored 11 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
2
0
Won
2
2
Lost
0
0
Tied
0
1
Highest Score
9
1
Lowest Score
2
1
Goals
11

Ireland Vs Pakistan In Hockey World Cup

  • Match 8
     
    13 Feb 1990

    Pakistan
    2
    Ireland
    1
  •  
    21 Mar 1978

    Pakistan
    9
    Ireland
    0

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

Ireland and Pakistan 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, Ireland have recorded 0 wins, while Pakistan 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 Ireland and Pakistan before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between Ireland and Pakistan?

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

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between Ireland and Pakistan took place in 1978. The match ended 0-9 in favour of Pakistan. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, Ireland and Pakistan have met 2 times in the tournament, producing 0 wins for Ireland, 2 wins for Pakistan, 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 Ireland vs Pakistan Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between Ireland and Pakistan was played on 13 Feb 1990 during the 1990 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 1-2 win for Pakistan. 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 Pakistan, and 0 draws in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest Ireland-vs-Pakistan-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 Pakistan Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 2 meetings, Ireland have scored 1 goal, while Pakistan have scored 11 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 12 goals, producing an average of 6 goals per match. Pakistan have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 10. 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 Pakistan Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between Ireland and Pakistan includes 2 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, Pakistan 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 Ireland vs Pakistan Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between Ireland and Pakistan came when Pakistan defeated Ireland 9-0 in 1978. The match produced a winning margin of 9 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 2 meetings. Pakistan 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 Pakistan played in the Hockey World Cup?
    Ireland and Pakistan have played 2 times in the Hockey World Cup.
  • Who has won more Hockey World Cup matches between Ireland and Pakistan?
    Pakistan have won more matches, with 2 victories, compared with 0 wins for Ireland.
  • How many times has Ireland beaten Pakistan in the Hockey World Cup?
    Ireland have beaten Pakistan 0 times out of 2 meetings.
  • How many times has Pakistan beaten Ireland in the Hockey World Cup?
    Pakistan have beaten Ireland 2 times out of 2 meetings.
  • How many times have Ireland and Pakistan drawn in the Hockey World Cup?
    Ireland and Pakistan have drawn 0 times in their 2 meetings.
  • When did Ireland and Pakistan last play each other in the Hockey World Cup?
    The latest Ireland vs Pakistan Hockey World Cup match was played on 13 Feb 1990, with the match ending in a 1-2 win for Pakistan.
  • How many goals have Ireland and Pakistan scored against each other?
    Ireland have scored 1 goal, while Pakistan have scored 11 goals in their Hockey World Cup meetings.
  • What is the biggest win in Ireland vs Pakistan Hockey World Cup history?
    The biggest win came when Pakistan defeated Ireland 9-0 in 1978.
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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