Our Prediction for Hungary vs Armenia 11/10/2025
Hungary return to the Puskás Aréna in Budapest on Saturday night needing a response after a mixed start to their World Cup qualifying campaign. Marco Rossi’s men have shown flashes of quality but know only a win will keep them in contention for a top-two finish.
Armenia arrive buoyed by their 2–1 victory over the Republic of Ireland last month and have proven they can cause problems when given space to counter. Hungary’s extra depth and home crowd should make the difference, but this may be tighter than many expect.
Predicted scoreline: Hungary 2–1 Armenia
Hungary Form Analysis
Hungary have taken just one point from their opening two matches, drawing 2–2 away in Dublin before a narrow 3–2 home defeat to Portugal. Both results showed promise going forward but also underlined the defensive lapses that continue to frustrate Marco Rossi.
Dominik Szoboszlai remains the heartbeat of this side, dictating tempo and providing leadership from midfield. Roland Sallai has chipped in with key goals and assists, while Barnabás Varga’s movement gives Hungary a focal point inside the box. At the back, Willi Orbán and Attila Szalai bring experience and organisation, with Péter Gulácsi’s calm presence behind them offering reassurance.
Hungary’s record in Budapest has been strong under Rossi, and with the crowd behind them they’ll expect to take all three points.
Armenia Form Analysis
Armenia sit on three points after two matches, losing 5–0 to Portugal before recovering with a deserved 2–1 home win over the Republic of Ireland. Oleksandr Petrakov’s side have improved tactically, pressing with more aggression and showing greater discipline in midfield.
Eduard Spertsyan is their creative hub, capable of finding gaps between the lines and producing moments of quality from set pieces. Lucas Zelarayán offers guile and vision, while Vahan Bichakhchyan’s energy and work rate add balance. The back line, led by Varazdat Haroyan, can still be exposed by pace in transition, which is an area Hungary will look to exploit.
Armenia will likely defend deep and play on the break, hoping to frustrate and capitalise on any Hungarian errors.
Best Betting Odds for Hungary vs Armenia
Last Encounters Between Hungary and Armenia
Hungary have won their last three meetings with Armenia without conceding. Each of those fixtures followed a similar pattern, with Hungary controlling possession and Armenia struggling to find a route through an organised defence.
Group F Table
Which Teams Will Qualify From Group F
Portugal already look in control and should comfortably top the group. The fight for second appears wide open, though Hungary remain the likeliest challengers if they can rediscover the resilience that made them so difficult to beat in previous campaigns. Armenia have improved technically but may struggle to sustain results over a long schedule.
Players That are Currently Playing in the EFL
Callum Styles – West Bromwich Albion (Championship)
Now an established part of West Brom’s midfield, Styles continues to impress with his energy and ability to carry the ball through pressure. His versatility makes him a valuable asset for Hungary, covering roles in midfield and wing-back. He’s been a regular in Marco Rossi’s squads and brings Championship intensity into the national setup.
Players That Used to Play in the EFL
Ádám Nagy – formerly Bristol City (Championship)
The deep-lying midfielder spent two seasons at Ashton Gate, making 54 appearances between 2019 and 2021. That experience sharpened his positional sense and tackling, skills he still demonstrates for club and country.
Loïc Nego – formerly Charlton Athletic (Championship)
Before becoming a mainstay for Hungary, Nego had a brief spell in English football with Charlton early in his career. Though short-lived, the stint helped him adapt to physical football and develop the work rate that defines his game today.
