FIFA ranking: 37
Coach: Marco Rossi
The former defender coached in Hungary for four years before taking over as the national team manager in 2018. He was under coronavirus quarantine for their Euro 2020 playoff against Iceland and passed instructions to his assistant, Cosimo Ignuscio, from home as Hungary sealed a thrilling 2-1 comeback win to qualify.
Captain: Adam Szalai
The 33-year-old centre forward has scored 23 goals in 70games for Hungary. Euro 2020 will be his first major tournament as captain.
Top player: Dominik Szoboszlai
The 20-year-old attacking midfielder is Hungary’s primary creative source, possessing an abundance of flair in addition to his lethal dead-ball ability. His late strike from distance in the Euro 2020 playoff against Iceland secured Hungary’s place in the finals.
Tournament history
Hungary participated in two of the first four editions of the European Championship, finishing third in 1964 and fourth in 1972. Following a 44-year absence, they qualified for their third tournament in 2016, where they were knocked out in the last 16by Belgium.
Recent form
2021 Andorra 1-4 Hungary World Cup qualifying
2021 San Marino 0-3 Hungary World Cup qualifying
2021 Hungary 3-3 Poland World Cup qualifying
2020 Hungary 2-0 Turkey UEFA Nations League
2020 Hungary 1-1 Serbia UEFA Nations League
Tournament fixtures
June 15: v Portugal, Budapest
June 19: v France, Budapest
June 23: v Germany, Munich
William Hill odds to win: 400-1
