New Zealand vs Spain Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

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

New Zealand and Spain have played 8 matches against each other in the Hockey World Cup. These meetings have taken place across 7 editions of the tournament, giving both teams a significant history at the competition. In their 8 encounters, New Zealand have recorded 3 wins, while Spain have won 4 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 New Zealand and Spain before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between New Zealand and Spain?

Spain have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 8 meetings, Spain have won 4 matches, while New Zealand have recorded 3 victories. The teams have also played 1 draw. This gives Spain a win rate of approximately 50% 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 Spain First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between New Zealand and Spain took place in 1973. The match ended 1-2 in favour of Spain. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, New Zealand and Spain have met 8 times in the tournament, producing 3 wins for New Zealand, 4 wins for Spain, 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 New Zealand vs Spain Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between New Zealand and Spain was played on 06 Dec 2018 during the 2018 Hockey World Cup, and finished with the game ending in a 2-2 draw. 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 3 wins for New Zealand, 4 wins for Spain, and 0 draws in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest New Zealand-vs-Spain-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 Spain Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 8 meetings, New Zealand have scored 10 goals, while Spain have scored 13 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 23 goals, producing an average of 2.9 goals per match. Spain have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 3. 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 Spain Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between New Zealand and Spain includes 8 meetings from 1973 to 2018. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. New Zealand have won 3 matches, Spain have won 4, 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 New Zealand vs Spain Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between New Zealand and Spain came when New Zealand defeated Spain 2-0 in 1982. The match produced a winning margin of 2 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 8 meetings. New Zealand have recorded 3 victories overall, while Spain have won 4 matches. This section highlights the most dominant result between the two sides and provides additional context beyond their overall win-loss record.