New Zealand vs Soviet Union Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

How Many Times Have New Zealand and Soviet Union Played in the Hockey World Cup?

New Zealand and Soviet Union have played 1 match against each other in the Hockey World Cup. These meetings have taken place across 1 edition of the tournament, giving both teams a significant history at the competition. In their 1 encounter, New Zealand have recorded 0 wins, while Soviet Union have won 1 match. 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 New Zealand and Soviet Union before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between New Zealand and Soviet Union?

Soviet Union have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 1 meeting, Soviet Union have won 1 match, while New Zealand have recorded 0 victories. The teams have also played 0 draws. This gives Soviet Union 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 New Zealand and Soviet Union First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between New Zealand and Soviet Union took place in 1986. The match ended 0-1 in favour of Soviet Union. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, New Zealand and Soviet Union have met once in the tournament, producing 0 wins for New Zealand, 1 win for Soviet Union, 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 New Zealand vs Soviet Union Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between New Zealand and Soviet Union was played on 06 Oct 1986 during the 1986 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 0-1 win for Soviet Union. 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 New Zealand, 0 wins for Soviet Union, and 0 draws in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest New Zealand-vs-Soviet Union-style head-to-head information can use this section to quickly identify the most recent result, date and score.

How Many Goals Have New Zealand and Soviet Union Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 1 meeting, New Zealand have scored 0 goals, while Soviet Union have scored 1 goal. Together, the two teams have scored 1 goal, producing an average of 1 goals per match. Soviet Union 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 New Zealand vs Soviet Union Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between New Zealand and Soviet Union includes 1 meeting from 1986 to 1986. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. New Zealand have won 0 matches, Soviet Union have won 1, 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 New Zealand vs Soviet Union Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between New Zealand and Soviet Union came when Soviet Union defeated New Zealand 1-0 in 1986. 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 1 meeting. Soviet Union have recorded 1 victory overall, while New Zealand 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.