The UEFA World Cup Qualifiers continue with a highly anticipated Group F clash as Hungary hosts Portugal at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest. This match is a top-of-the-table showdown, with both teams coming off a positive start to their qualifying campaign.
Match Details:
| Competition | Date | Kick-off (GMT) | Venue |
| FIFA World Cup Qualifier | September 9, 2025 | 6:45 PM | Puskás Aréna, Budapest, Hungary |
Team Form and Analysis:
Hungary enters this match after a strong performance in their opening qualifier, securing a dramatic 2-2 draw with the Republic of Ireland. The home side showed great resilience to come back from a two-goal deficit and will be looking to carry that momentum into this match. They have shown a tough, organized defensive structure and a clinical attacking side, and they will be eager to prove their quality against a top-tier opponent in front of their home fans.
Portugal, meanwhile, has been in excellent form, starting their qualifying campaign with a convincing 5-0 victory over Armenia. The Portuguese side, led by Roberto Martínez, is packed with star power, including veteran Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored twice in their last match. The reigning UEFA Nations League champions will be looking to secure a dominant away victory to take an early lead in the group standings.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two nations is heavily in favor of Portugal, who are unbeaten in their last nine competitive matches against Hungary, with eight wins and one draw. The last time the two sides met, in the Euro 2020 group stage, Portugal secured a comfortable 3-0 victory.
Player to Watch:
- Hungary: All eyes will be on their captain, Dominik Szoboszlai. The Liverpool star has been a key player for his country and will be looked upon to provide a much-needed creative spark in the midfield.
- Portugal: The focus for Portugal will be on their captain, Cristiano Ronaldo. The 40-year-old is the all-time leading goal scorer in men’s international football and has a remarkable record against Hungary, with six goals in six appearances.
Prediction:
Given Portugal’s clear superiority in terms of talent, their dominant head-to-head record, and their excellent recent form, they are the clear favorites to win this match. While Hungary will have the home advantage and the motivation to secure a historic result, it is difficult to see them overcoming the Portuguese team’s quality. A hard-fought away victory for Portugal seems like a very likely outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Hungary vs Portugal match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
- UK: Amazon Prime Video
- USA: FOX Sports, FuboTV, ViX
- Canada: DAZN
- Hungary: M4 Sport
- Portugal: RTP1, Sport TV1
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