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Dramatic 2-2 Draw for Hungary vs Ireland in Football World Cup Qualifier
It was a game of two halves in Hungary's first 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier versus Republic of Ireland in Dublin, Marco Rossi's side scoring twice in the first half without reply, before going down to ten men and seeing that lead wiped out by the...

Trump never told Hungary to stop Russian oil imports – Minister Szijjártó slams “fake news”
Contrary to press reports, US President Donald Trump has not sent a message to Hungary about halting Russian oil purchases or even a similar message, the foreign minister said on Monday. “Obviously, there has been no such message, not even a...
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Portugal lineup vs. Hungary: Predicted XI for Roberto Martinez's side in World Cup qualification fixture
Sports Mole looks at how Portugal could line up in their 2026 World Cup qualification fixture against Hungary on Tuesday night. Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez could make just the one change to his starting side for Tuesday's 2026 World Cup...
China's BYD to start Hungary EV plant by end-2025, executive says
(Reuters) -China’s BYD will start production at its new electric-vehicle plant in Hungary by the end of 2025, an executive said on Monday. "This shows we are in Europe to stay," BYD's Executive Vice President Stella Li said during a press event at...

Hungary's Orban predicts chaos if pro-EU party wins next election
BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Sunday the 2026 election would offer Hungarians a choice between a party prepared to go-it-alone or one that would usher in "chaos and poverty" by aligning Hungary more closely with the...

Hungary's Orban Advises EU Leaders to Go to Moscow, Sign Security Deal With Russia
https://sputnikglobe.com/20250907/hungarys-orban-advises-eu-leaders-to-go-to-moscow-sign-security-deal-with-russia-1122745273.html Hungary's Orban Advises EU Leaders to Go to Moscow, Sign Security Deal With Russia Hungary's Orban Advises EU...

O’Donnell: Scotland will be motivated enough to beat Belarus despite no Tartan Army in Hungary
Stephen O’Donnell believes Scotland will have enough motivation to produce a winning performance against Belarus despite the Tartan Army being locked out of the game that will be played behind closed doors. The Motherwell defender admits that he...

Why are Scotland playing Belarus in Hungary?
Andy Burke BBC Sport Scotland Senior Reporter Scotland's World Cup qualifier against Belarus on Monday will take place on neutral ground in Hungary - but the Tartan Army will not be there to see it. The match will be played in the ZTE Arena in the...

Record 20,800 runners join Budapest Half Marathon
The 40th Budapest Half Marathon on Sunday attracted a record 20,800 runners, making it the largest half marathon in Hungary's history, reported Xinhua. Among them, 6,200 participants from 115 countries and regions competed in the main 21.1 km...

Hungary's Orban predicts chaos if pro-EU party wins next election

Hungary boss claims Dominik Szoboszlai can be 'one of the best in the world' in position Liverpool haven't used him in
Hungary boss Marco Rossi believes Liverpool star Dominik Szoboszlai can become one of the best defensive midfielders in the world. He heaped praise on the midfielder and highlighted his versatility. Szoboszlai started in central midfield for...

'You can't start a game like that. It’s sloppy' - Sammie Szmodics bemoans slow start against Hungary
Sammie Szmodics didn’t quite use the official cliché of “it was a game of two halves” when asked for his assessment on the Republic of Ireland’s draw with Hungary on Saturday night, but his own twist was close enough.“Yeah, it's crazy. Two halves,...

Hungary may be rethinking its cash system: 100k banknote and 500-forint coin ahead?
The fate of the 5-forint coin has been a topic of debate in Hungary for years. While the Hungarian National Bank (MNB) officially maintains support for the current denomination structure, a recent analysis suggests it may be time to reconsider the...

Hungary’s neighbour just opened flights to a war zone: Would you dare go?
Aleppo, Syria. Photo: depositphotos.com Romania’s Dan Air is expanding its operations in Syria by adding flights connecting Bucharest to Aleppo as of 25 September, according to media reports on Tuesday. The Bucharest-Aleppo-Bucharest flights will...

Hungary Blow Two-Goal Lead, Tie in Ireland
The Hungarian men’s football national team have officially started their quest to qualify for the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1986. The 2026 tournament will be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada in the summer. Hungary were...

FM: Hungary will not accept anti-Israel proposals from Brussels
The minister says the government is building a strategic alliance and friendship with Israel 8. September 2025 6:23 Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó declared that Hungary will continue to reject anti-Israel measures proposed...

How Ireland put in 47 crosses against Hungary for the return of just one goal
“I think we had 40 crosses in the game,” said Heimir Hallgrímsson late on Saturday night. And he was almost right. The actual number was probably more like 47, although maybe that depends on what your definition of a cross is. Does a long throw...

Hungary and Romania team up to tackle Europe’s energy crisis
Hungary and Romania’s interests in the area of energy are “fully aligned” and the countries will cooperate more closely in future, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó said in a post on Facebook on Saturday. After talks by phone...
Record 20,800 runners participate in 40th Budapest Half Marathon
BUDAPEST, Sept. 7 (Xinhua) -- The 40th Budapest Half Marathon on Sunday attracted a record 20,800 runners, making it the largest half marathon in Hungary's history. Among them, 6,200 participants from 115 countries and regions competed in the main...

Hungary boss Rossi slams referee's performance
Hungarian manager Marco Rossi hit out at the performance of referee Harm Osmers, after he watched his side play out a 2-2 World Cup qualifying draw with the Republic of Ireland. Ireland got off to a dreadful start and trailed 2-0 at the Aviva...