| Odds via Tonybet | |
| Hungary vs Portugal | Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 2:45 PM EDT |
| Hungary odds | +520 |
| Portugal odds | -213 |
| Draw | +340 |
| Both teams to score | Yes -128, No +105 |
Hungary vs Portugal Preview and Team News
Hungary Team News
Hungary head into this home clash still frustrated by their 2-2 draw with Ireland last week. Marco Rossi’s side stormed to a two-goal lead in the opening 15 minutes through Barnabás Varga and Roland Sallai, but lapses in concentration late in the game allowed Ireland to claw back a point.
The big blow for Hungary is the absence of Roland Sallai, who is suspended after receiving a red card in that outing. His unavailability strips the team of an important attacking outlet and puts more creative responsibility on captain Dominik Szoboszlai, who must dictate play from midfield and spark transitions
Defensively, Rossi’s men have shown vulnerability in recent matches. Their xG against has exceeded goals conceded, indicating opponents are creating quality chances that Hungary are only narrowly avoiding conceding. With Portugal’s firepower next up, they can’t afford such lapses.
Hungary predicted lineup vs Portugal (4-1-4-1): Dibusz; Nego, Orban, Szalai, Kerkez; Styles; Bolla, A. Toth, Szoboszlai, B. Toth; Varga.
Portugal Team News
Portugal arrive in Budapest buoyed by a 5-0 demolition of Armenia, where Cristiano Ronaldo and João Félix each netted twice. Roberto Martínez’s men were ruthless in attack, producing over 3.0 xG and showing the kind of finishing efficiency that makes them early favourites to top Group F.
Team selection is expected to remain largely unchanged, with one possible tweak: Bernardo Silva is pushing to return to the starting XI after being rested, likely in place of Pedro Neto. Ronaldo continues to defy age with his remarkable scoring output, and alongside Félix, he ensures Portugal have multiple match-winners.
In midfield, the combination of Vitinha, João Neves, and Bruno Fernandes provides balance, control, and vertical passing. At the back, Rúben Dias and Antonio Silva will marshal a defence that has kept three clean sheets in their last four outings.
Portugal predicted lineup vs Hungary (4-3-3): Costa; Cancelo, Dias, Inacio, Mendes; J. Neves, Vitinha, Fernandes; B. Silva, Ronaldo, Felix.
Hungary vs Portugal Main Match Info
- Date and Kickoff Time: Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 2:45 PM EDT
- Stadium: Puskás Aréna
- Location: Budapest, Hungary
- Last match: Hungary 0-3 Portugal (June 15, 2021, EURO)
Hungary vs Portugal Prediction, Odds
- Pick: Portugal to win; Over 2.5 Total Goals
- Odds: -213; -139 (Tonybet)
- Correct score prediction: Hungary 1-2 Portugal
Portugal’s squad depth, attacking form, and efficiency in front of goal give them the edge. Hungary, backed by their home support, won’t make life easy and could find a goal through Szoboszlai or Varga.
However, the absence of Sallai tilts the balance further toward the visitors. A narrow Portuguese victory with goals on both sides feels like the most likely outcome.
Hungary vs Portugal Betting Tip
- Pick: Both Teams to Score – Yes
- Odds: -128 (Tonybet)
While Portugal are clear favourites, Hungary’s attacking record at the Puskás Aréna suggests they won’t be shut out. They’ve scored in nine of their last ten home matches, often through Szoboszlai’s set pieces or Varga’s poaching instinct. Martínez’s side, on the other hand, boast an overwhelming offensive quality.
Expected goals data backs a goal-laden encounter: Portugal average above 2.0 xG per game, while Hungary generate around 1.5 xG at home. With Ronaldo and Félix in lethal form, the visitors should find the net more than once, but the hosts are well capable of nicking a goal in front of a partisan Budapest crowd.
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