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Home  »  Hockey World Cup  »  Head to Head  »  Japan Vs Malaysia

Japan vs Malaysia Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

Japan and Malaysia have faced each other 3 times in the Hockey World Cup. Their head-to-head record includes 1 win for Japan, 2 wins for Malaysia, and 0 draws. Across these encounters, Japan have scored 3 goals, while Malaysia have scored 4 goals. Their meetings have taken place across 3 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
1
Won
2
2
Lost
1
0
Tied
0
2
Highest Score
3
2
Lowest Score
1
3
Goals
4

Japan Vs Malaysia In Hockey World Cup

  • Match 39
     
    28 Jan 2023

    Malaysia
    3
    Japan
    2
  • Match 14
     
    26 Feb 2002

    Japan
    0
    Malaysia
    1
  •  
    31 Aug 1973

    Malaysia
    0
    Japan
    1

How Many Times Have Japan and Malaysia Played in the Hockey World Cup?

Japan and Malaysia have played 3 matches against each other in the Hockey World Cup. These meetings have taken place across 3 editions of the tournament, giving both teams a significant history at the competition. In their 3 encounters, Japan have recorded 1 win, while Malaysia 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 Japan and Malaysia before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between Japan and Malaysia?

Malaysia have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 3 meetings, Malaysia have won 2 matches, while Japan have recorded 1 victory. The teams have also played 0 draws. This gives Malaysia 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 Japan and Malaysia First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between Japan and Malaysia took place in 1973. The match ended 1-0 in favour of Japan. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, Japan and Malaysia have met 3 times in the tournament, producing 1 win for Japan, 2 wins for Malaysia, 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 Japan vs Malaysia Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between Japan and Malaysia was played on 28 Jan 2023 during the 2023 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 2-3 win for Malaysia. 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 Japan, 1 win for Malaysia, and 0 draws in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest Japan-vs-Malaysia-style head-to-head information can use this section to quickly identify the most recent result, date and score.

How Many Goals Have Japan and Malaysia Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 3 meetings, Japan have scored 3 goals, while Malaysia have scored 4 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 7 goals, producing an average of 2.3 goals per match. Malaysia have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 1. 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 Japan vs Malaysia Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between Japan and Malaysia includes 3 meetings from 1973 to 2023. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. Japan have won 1 match, Malaysia 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 Japan vs Malaysia Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between Japan and Malaysia came when Japan defeated Malaysia 1-0 in 1973. 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 3 meetings. Japan have recorded 1 victory overall, while Malaysia have won 2 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 Japan and Malaysia played in the Hockey World Cup?
    Japan and Malaysia have played 3 times in the Hockey World Cup.
  • Who has won more Hockey World Cup matches between Japan and Malaysia?
    Malaysia have won more matches, with 2 victories, compared with 1 win for Japan.
  • How many times has Japan beaten Malaysia in the Hockey World Cup?
    Japan have beaten Malaysia 1 time out of 3 meetings.
  • How many times has Malaysia beaten Japan in the Hockey World Cup?
    Malaysia have beaten Japan 2 times out of 3 meetings.
  • How many times have Japan and Malaysia drawn in the Hockey World Cup?
    Japan and Malaysia have drawn 0 times in their 3 meetings.
  • When did Japan and Malaysia last play each other in the Hockey World Cup?
    The latest Japan vs Malaysia Hockey World Cup match was played on 28 Jan 2023, with the match ending in a 2-3 win for Malaysia.
  • How many goals have Japan and Malaysia scored against each other?
    Japan have scored 3 goals, while Malaysia have scored 4 goals in their Hockey World Cup meetings.
  • What is the biggest win in Japan vs Malaysia Hockey World Cup history?
    The biggest win came when Japan defeated Malaysia 1-0 in 1973.
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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