The World Cup Qualifying clash between Hungary and Armenia at the iconic Puskás Aréna on Saturday, 11th October 2025, presents an intriguing encounter between two nations seeking to revitalize their campaigns. Hungary currently occupy third position in their qualifying group with just one point from two matches, while Armenia sit one place higher with three points from an identical number of fixtures. Both teams enter this seventh matchday fixture following contrasting fortunes in their previous outings, with Hungary suffering a narrow home defeat to Portugal and Armenia securing a crucial victory over Ireland.
Our betting prediction
Our betting tip for this encounter favours a home victory for Hungary at odds of 1.40 with 1win, representing solid value given their superior home advantage and historical pedigree. The hosts desperately require points to maintain their World Cup aspirations, and the familiar surroundings of the Puskás Aréna should provide the necessary impetus for a comprehensive performance against visiting Armenia.
Hungary have drawn or lost 4 of their last 5 matches.
Armenia have won or drawn 2 of their last 5 matches.
There have been over 3.5 goals scored in 2 of Hungary’s last 5 matches.
There have been over 3.5 goals scored in 4 of Armenia’s last 5 matches.
There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 4 of Hungary’s last 5 matches.
There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 5 of Armenia’s last 5 matches.
Additionally, our secondary prediction focuses on the “both teams to score” market, where we recommend backing “No” at odds of 1.67 with Paripesa. Hungary’s defensive solidity at home, combined with Armenia’s modest away record and goal-scoring difficulties on the road, suggests this encounter may feature limited scoring opportunities for the visitors.
Hungary Form Analysis
Hungary find themselves in a precarious position following a disappointing start to their World Cup qualifying campaign. The Magyars have managed just one point from their opening two fixtures, recording one draw and suffering one defeat while conceding five goals and scoring four. Their goal difference of -1 reflects the narrow margins in their performances, particularly evident in their most recent outing against Portugal, where they succumbed to a 2-3 home defeat despite showing considerable resilience and attacking intent.
Under the guidance of Rossi, Hungary have demonstrated tactical flexibility and organizational discipline throughout recent campaigns. The Italian tactician has instilled a pragmatic approach that emphasizes defensive stability while seeking to exploit counter-attacking opportunities through their pacey forwards. However, their home record in this qualifying campaign remains concerning, with zero wins, zero draws, and one defeat from their solitary fixture at the Puskás Aréna.
Examining their broader form across the last five World Cup qualifying matches spanning multiple seasons reveals a more encouraging picture, with Hungary securing two victories, two draws, and one defeat. This suggests their current struggles may represent a temporary setback rather than a fundamental decline in quality. Nevertheless, their recent form across all competitions tells a troubling story, with just one victory, one draw, and three defeats from their last five encounters.
The pressure mounting on Rossi’s squad cannot be understated, as another disappointing result could effectively end their World Cup dreams before the campaign reaches its midpoint. The Italian coach will likely revert to his trusted 3-5-2 formation, emphasizing wing-back contributions and central midfield creativity to unlock Armenia’s defensive structure.
Armenia’s Current Trajectory
Armenia have exceeded expectations in the early stages of their World Cup qualifying campaign, accumulating three points from two matches to secure second position in their group. Their record of one victory and one defeat, combined with a goal difference of -4, suggests they have been competitive despite facing quality opposition. The highlight of their campaign thus far was their impressive 2-1 home victory over Ireland, demonstrating their capacity to secure crucial results when the stakes are highest.
The Armenian national team’s approach typically emphasizes defensive organization and disciplined positioning, seeking to frustrate opponents before capitalizing on set-piece situations or counter-attacking transitions. Their away record in this qualifying campaign remains untested, with zero wins, draws, or defeats, making this fixture particularly significant in assessing their credentials as genuine qualifying contenders.
Analyzing Armenia’s extended World Cup qualifying form across the last five matches reveals a concerning pattern, with just one victory against four defeats. This statistic highlights their historical struggles in qualifying campaigns and suggests their current position may flatter their true capabilities. Their recent form across all competitions mirrors Hungary’s difficulties, recording one win, one draw, and three defeats from their last five fixtures.
Armenia’s tactical setup often features a compact 4-4-2 formation designed to minimize spaces between the lines while providing adequate width through their full-backs. Their success against Ireland demonstrated their ability to execute game plans effectively, particularly when afforded home advantage and crowd support.
Last Direct Encounters
Historical data regarding previous encounters between Hungary and Armenia remains unavailable, indicating these nations have limited recent history in competitive fixtures. This absence of head-to-head records adds an element of unpredictability to the encounter, as neither side can draw upon tactical insights or psychological advantages from previous meetings.
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