Hungary vs Kazakhstan Preview, Prediction & Lineups Pre-World Cup Friendly
Hungary host Kazakhstan in a Pre-World Cup Friendly on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, with kickoff set for 19:00 CEST (13:00 ET / 17:00 UTC / 18:00 BST / 22:00 PKT) at Nagyerdei Stadion in Debrecen, Hungary. Hungary did not qualify for the 2026 World Cup, but Rossi’s side return to Debrecen after beating Finland 2-1 in their first June friendly.
Kazakhstan arrive from a 1-1 draw away to Armenia, and Baisufinov’s squad continue a two-match away window that started in Yerevan. This article covers Hungary vs Kazakhstan preview, prediction, team news, H2H record, and projected lineups.
Hungary vs Kazakhstan Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Hungary vs Kazakhstan |
| Competition | Pre-World Cup Friendly |
| Date | Tuesday, June 9, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 19:00 CEST / 17:00 UTC / 18:00 BST / 13:00 ET / 22:00 PKT |
| Venue | Nagyerdei Stadion, Debrecen, Hungary |
| Capacity | 20,450 |
| Hungary FIFA Ranking | 42nd |
| Kazakhstan FIFA Ranking | 110th |
| Hungary WC Status | Did not qualify for the World Cup 2026 |
| Kazakhstan WC Status | Did not qualify for World Cup 2026 |
| Hungary Manager | Marco Rossi |
| Kazakhstan Manager | Talgat Baisufinov |
Hungary’s preparation has a clear Debrecen angle because Rossi spoke about using the longer camp to build togetherness and test young players. Kazakhstan’s venue switch from Turkestan to Debrecen also changes the travel profile, so the away side enter a second road match in four days.
Hungary vs Kazakhstan Prediction
Hungary have the stronger squad, home advantage, and clearer recent attacking signs after the Finland win. Kazakhstan can keep the match competitive if their midfield screen protects Alip and Malyy.
The ranking gap and Hungary’s home form point toward a controlled home win. Kazakhstan’s best chance is a set-piece or transition goal, but Hungary should create more repeatable chances.
Our Prediction: Hungary 2–0 Kazakhstan
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| Hungary win | 62% |
| Draw | 24% |
| Kazakhstan win | 14% |
Varga is the main goalscorer pick because Hungary can supply him from wide areas and set plays. Szoboszlai is the secondary pick if Hungary win dangerous free-kicks around the box.
Hungary vs Kazakhstan Predicted Lineups
Hungary are expected to use a 4-2-3-1 shape built around Szoboszlai as the central creator, with Sallai and Tóth supporting Varga. Schäfer and Vitális give Rossi a double pivot that can protect transitions and still move the ball forward.
Hungary national football team vs Kazakhstan national football team lineups are projected until official team sheets are confirmed. Use the lineup card to compare expected roles, formations, and final XI changes close to kickoff.
Hungary
4-2-3-1
Kazakhstan
4-2-3-1Hungary’s main selection call sits in defence, where Rossi can balance senior stability with newer call-ups. Kazakhstan’s key decision is whether Samorodov starts wide or closer to Murtazayev in a counter-attacking setup.
Official XIs usually arrive close to kickoff, so the card stays projected until team sheets are released. The lineup card will remain projected until the confirmed team sheets arrive.
Key Players to Watch
Dominik Szoboszlai — Hungary
Szoboszlai gives Hungary their best passing range and set-piece threat. He started the Finland friendly and remains the player most likely to dictate tempo between midfield and attack.
Kazakhstan must track his early passes into Varga and Sallai because Hungary can create chances before the away block settles. If Szoboszlai receives clean possession near the box, Hungary should dominate territory.
Maksim Samorodov — Kazakhstan
Samorodov is one of Kazakhstan’s most useful runners in transition. His pace and direct carrying can push Hungary’s full-backs toward deeper starting positions.
Kazakhstan need him to turn clearances into attacks because long spells without possession are likely. A strong Samorodov outlet would make the match less one-sided.
Hungary vs Kazakhstan Head to Head Record
Hungary and Kazakhstan have met twice at senior men’s level, and the record is split with one win each. Hungary won 3-0 in 2014, while Kazakhstan answered with a 3-2 away win in 2018.
Hungary
Kazakhstan
The 2018 result keeps this matchup more balanced than the rankings suggest. Hungary still carry the stronger current squad, but Kazakhstan have already proved they can trouble this opponent on Hungarian soil.
Hungary Recent Form — Last 5 Matches
Hungary have three wins, one draw and one defeat across their last five listed senior matches. The Finland win gives Rossi a fresh attacking reference before Kazakhstan visit Debrecen.
| Date | Opponent | Competition | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 5, 2026 | Finland | International Friendly | Win | 2-1 |
| March 31, 2026 | Greece | International Friendly | Draw | 0-0 |
| March 28, 2026 | Slovenia | International Friendly | Win | 1-0 |
| November 16, 2025 | Republic of Ireland | World Cup Qualifying | Loss | 2-3 |
| November 13, 2025 | Armenia | World Cup Qualifying | Win | 1-0 |
Szoboszlai remains the reference point for chance creation, yet Hungary also need balance behind him. The Slovenia clean sheet and Greece draw show Rossi can still build from a stable base.
The Republic of Ireland loss ended Hungary’s World Cup path, so these friendlies carry more squad-building value than tournament preparation. Even so, home control matters because Hungary want cleaner possession against opponents who sit deeper.
Kazakhstan Recent Form — Last 5 Matches
Kazakhstan have two wins, two draws and one defeat from their last five listed matches. Their 1-1 draw in Armenia gives them a useful away reference before the Debrecen test.
| Date | Opponent | Competition | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 6, 2026 | Armenia | International Friendly | Draw | 1-1 |
| March 31, 2026 | Comoros | International Friendly | Win | 1-0 |
| March 25, 2026 | Namibia | International Friendly | Win | 2-0 |
| November 18, 2025 | Faroe Islands | International Friendly | Loss | 0-1 |
| November 15, 2025 | Belgium | World Cup Qualifying | Draw | 1-1 |
Baisufinov’s squad has enough domestic-league continuity to defend in coordinated lines. The draw with Belgium in qualification also showed Kazakhstan can absorb pressure when the midfield stays compact.
The Faroe Islands defeat remains a warning because Kazakhstan can struggle when games become stretched. Against Hungary, their best route is a low-risk block with quick service into wide forwards.
Hungary vs Kazakhstan — Tactical Preview
Hungary should look for structured possession, with full-backs stretching the pitch and Szoboszlai moving into pockets behind Kazakhstan’s midfield. Rossi’s side can also use set pieces because Orbán and Varga give them aerial targets.
Kazakhstan will likely defend in a compact 4-2-3-1 that becomes a deeper 4-4-1-1 without the ball. Kuat and Orazov need to close central lanes so Hungary cannot feed Szoboszlai between lines.
The key duel is Hungary’s left-sided progression against Kazakhstan’s right-back zone. If Kerkez and Sallai pin that side back, Hungary should create enough pressure to win.
Hungary vs Kazakhstan Match Preview
Hungary return to Debrecen with a useful June rhythm after beating Finland, and Rossi can treat Kazakhstan as a cleaner test of controlled possession. The home side have more final-third quality, yet the match still matters because Hungary need a sharper identity after missing World Cup qualification.
Kazakhstan arrive after a draw in Armenia and should measure progress by how long they can keep Hungary away from central shooting areas. A compact away performance would give Baisufinov a stronger baseline before Kazakhstan move into the next competitive window.
Hungary vs Kazakhstan Team News
Kazakhstan Team News
Kazakhstan travel with a final 25-man squad selected by Talgat Baisufinov, and the group has already played Armenia in Yerevan during the same June window. Nuraly Alip, Islambek Kuat, Ramazan Orazov, Maksim Samorodov and Islam Chesnokov give the squad a core of players who can handle a compact away game. Since Kazakhstan drew 1-1 with Armenia on June 6, Baisufinov can rotate without tearing up the shape. Official team news is yet to be confirmed for the starting XI.
The visitors will likely protect central areas first because Hungary carry more set-piece quality and stronger final-third runners. Kazakhstan’s list includes three goalkeepers and several defensive options, so the back four can become a deeper block when Hungary push full-backs high. Samorodov and Chesnokov remain important outlets because they can carry attacks into space. That gives Kazakhstan a direct route when they recover the ball.
Hungary Team News
Hungary named a 29-man June squad for the Finland and Kazakhstan friendlies, with Marco Rossi mixing senior leaders and younger call-ups. Dominik Szoboszlai, Milos Kerkez, Willi Orbán, Roland Sallai and Barnabás Varga give Hungary a strong spine for the Debrecen fixture. Rossi also brought in newer options such as Ármin Pécsi, Ákos Markgráf, Norbert Szendrei, Rajmund Tóth and Bendegúz Kovács. Official team news is yet to be confirmed for the final XI.
Hungary beat Finland 2-1 on June 5, so Rossi can use this match to test rhythm and squad depth before the autumn Nations League period. M4 Sport listed the Kazakhstan match for live domestic coverage, which also shows the fixture has clear local broadcast value. Varga’s return to the attack and Szoboszlai’s role between midfield and the front line remain the key selection points. Hungary should still start with enough first-choice quality to control the ball.
How to Watch Hungary vs Kazakhstan Live
Fans in Hungary can follow the domestic TV listing through MTVA and M4 Sport, while viewers in Kazakhstan should check Qazsport listings close to kickoff. FOX One lists the match on FS2 in the United States.
Read our full Hungary vs Kazakhstan live stream article for TV channel and streaming options by country.
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