Hungary vs Portugal Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

The Portuguese dominated the proceedings when these sides last met.

The Hungary national football team is all set to take on the Portugal national football team in the matchweek 6 fixture of the UEFA FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Puskas Arena will witness this interesting contest.

Even though the Hungary national football team will be at home, they might not be feeling fully confident due to their last few results against Portugal. The hosts will be looking to step up and come up with a different strategy if they want to stand a chance here. They were held to a draw after conceding a late goal in their previous fixture against Ireland.

The Roberto Martinez-led side have started their FIFA World Cup qualifiers journey with a dominating 5-0 win against Armenia. It was a great performance by Portugal national football team and they will now be looking to continue their winning run here. Despite being the away side, Cristiano Ronaldo and company will be feeling confident.

Kick-off:

• Location: Budapest, Hungary
• Stadium: Puskas Arena
• Date: Wednesday, September 10
• Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST (Tuesday, September 9; 06:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
• Referee: Erik Lambrechts
• VAR: In use

Form:

Hungary: L-L-L-W-D

Portugal: L-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Barnabás Varga (Hungary)

The 30-year-old forward scored an early goal to put Hungary in the lead, but it was not enough to drag his team to a win. Barnabás Varga is going to play an important role in the attacking front for the Hungary national football team. They are going to face a tough challenge next.

Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)

CR7 continues to perform for A Seleção. The 40-year-old talisman is coming in after scoring a brace against Armenia in their previous fixture of the World Cup qualifying. Cristiano Ronaldo is going to be a continuous threat to the opponent’s defence and with his current form, he can lead Portugal to another easy win.

𝗦𝗜𝗨𝗨. 𝘅𝟮 🐐#FazHistória | #WCQ pic.twitter.com/dfNWbqzcbj

— Portugal (@selecaoportugal) September 6, 2025

Match Facts

• A Seleção are on a three-match winning run against the hosts.
• Hungary have won only one of their last five matches.
• A Seleção are on a four-match winning run.

Hungary vs Portugal: Betting Tips and Odds

• Portugal to win
• Cristiano Ronaldo to score
• Goals over 3.5

Injury and Team News

Hungary will be without the services of Roland Sallai as he got suspended.

All of the selected squad members are fit and ready to be in action for Portugal.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 15

Hungary won: 0

Portugal won: 11

Draws: 4

Predicted Lineups

Hungary predicted lineup (4-4-1-1)

Dibusz (GK); Négo, Orbán, Szalai, Kerkez; Bolla, Szoboszlai, Styles, Dardai; Tóth, Varga

Portugal predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Costa (GK); Cancelo, Dias, Inacio, Mendes; Neves, Vitinha; Neto, Fernandes, Felix; Ronaldo

Match Prediction

The hosts have a tough challenge in their hands and the visitors will be coming in full of confidence. The Portugal national football team are likely to emerge victorious in their upcoming World Cup qualifier against the Hungary national football team.

Prediction: Hungary 1-3 Portugal

Telecast Details

India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK: BBC

USA: FOX Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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