The Armenian team faces Hungary this Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 2 pm (Brasília time), at the Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium, in Yerevan. The match is part of the ninth round of Group F of the European Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The match takes place because both teams are looking for points to improve their positions in the table, with Hungary in second place and Armenia in last place.
The lineups were announced hours before kickoff. Armenia adopts a 4-3-3 formation, while Hungary maintains the same tactical scheme. Spanish referee José María Sánchez Martínez commands the game, with an average of 0.11 yellow cards per match in international clashes.
The live broadcast takes place on the Sportv 2 channel, available on pay TV operators in Brazil. The choice of channel guarantees exclusive coverage for the Brazilian public interested in the UEFA Qualifiers.
Recent history favors the Hungarians, who won the first leg 2-0 in October. This match represents an opportunity for Armenia to break the streak of recent defeats.
Detailed starting formations
Coach Yeghishe Melikyan selected Armenia with a focus on solid defense. Goalkeeper H. Avagyan guards the three posts, supported by the line of four defenders.
- Defenders: E. Piloyan and S. Mkrtchyan form the central duo, with S. Muradyan on the left flank and N. Tiknizyan on the right.
- Midfield: K. Hovhannisyan and K. Muradyan act as midfielders, while E. Spertsyan, the captain, organizes the game alongside E. Sevikyan.
- Attack: G. Ranos centralizes the reference, with Z. Shaghoyan and another attacker completing the offensive line.
The training aims to contain Hungarian advances, prioritizing quick transitions.
Marco Rossi, Hungary’s coach, opted for a balance between defense and attack. Goalkeeper D. Dibusz starts the team, with L. Négo and M. Kerkez on the sides.
Recent team performance
Armenia has three points in Group F, following a 1-0 defeat to Ireland in the previous round. The team recorded one win, one draw and three defeats in the last few games.
The FIFA ranking places Armenia in 104th position, reflecting challenges in European clashes. The average number of goals conceded is 1.8 per match in the Qualifiers.
Hungary has five points, five behind leader Portugal. The 2-2 draw against the Portuguese highlighted the team’s resilience.
With 37th in the FIFA ranking, the Hungarians score an average of 1.5 goals per game.The sequence includes two wins and two draws in the last four duels.
Group F has Portugal at the top, followed by Hungary. Ireland occupies third place with four points, while Armenia closes the table.
Key players on the field
Dominik Szoboszlai, the Hungarian captain, plays as a central midfielder and is a key player in creating plays. The 25-year-old player recorded two assists in the Qualifiers.
Willi Orbán reinforces the Hungarian defense with his physical presence, contributing with interceptions in 70% of aerial duels. The 32-year-old defender is an absolute starter.
Edgar Sevikyan represents hope in the Armenian attack, with speed on the wings. The 23-year-old scored the team’s only goal in the competition.
Z. Shaghoyan, an Armenian midfielder, takes responsibility in the playmaking, with accurate passes in 85% of attempts. Your game vision can unbalance transitions.
These athletes set the pace of the match, influencing ball possession and finishing.
Streaming and access options
Sportv 2 broadcasts the match in high definition for subscribers. Coverage includes pre-game with tactical analysis at 1:30 pm.
Streaming platforms associated with the channel offer the game via mobile app. Users check availability with their operators.
Abroad, local broadcasters such as UEFA rebroadcast the duel. THELive score apps provide real-time updates.
FIFA recommends responsible access to official broadcasts to avoid irregularities.
Absences and tactical adjustments
Tigran Barseghyan is suspended in Armenia for card accumulation. The 32-year-old striker is left out, forcing adjustments in the offensive sector.
Balázs Tóth, Hungarian defender, does not play due to a muscle injury. The absence impacts the defensive rotation, with Botond Balogh a likely replacement.
The Armenian coach prioritizes defensive compactness to neutralize Szoboszlai. Recent training has emphasized man-to-man marking in midfield.
Rossi plans high pressure in the first minutes, exploiting Armenian errors in passing the ball. Replacements include Narek Aghasaryan to freshen up the attack.
These changes aim to maintain balance during the 90 minutes.
Group F Perspectives
Portugal leads with ten points, guaranteeing a direct place. Hungary seeks a playoff with an away victory.
Armenia needs points to dream of a playoff. UEFA round of 16 offers additional chance to runners-up.
Statistics show 60% possession for Hungarians in similar games. Armenia relies on counterattacks to surprise.
The opening whistle marks the advance in the European campaign towardsto the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
