Fans in Yerevan Give a Warm Welcome to Dominik Szoboszlai and the Hungarian National Team
On November 11, 2025, the Hungarian national football team arrived in Yerevan, Armenia, for the 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Armenia. The team landed at Zvartnots Airport at approximately 9 p.m. local time.
Warm Reception for Dominik Szoboszlai
Among the players, Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai drew considerable attention from local fans. Dozens gathered outside the airport terminal late at night to catch a glimpse of the star player, eager to ask for autographs and take photos with him.
Strategic Arrival Before the Match
The Hungarian team and coaching staff made a strategic decision to arrive two days prior to the match—a departure from their usual one-day travel routine for away games. This decision factored in the three-hour time difference between Budapest and Yerevan.
- Arrival Date: November 11, 2025
- Match Date: November 13, 2025
- Location: Republican Stadium, Yerevan
Before their flight, the team held a morning training session at their Telki training base. They departed for the airport around 3 p.m. on the day of their travel.
Recent Trends in Fan Engagement
This enthusiastic reception from fans is not a new phenomenon. Similar scenes have occurred in other countries, including Bosnia, where fans have gathered near the Hungarian team’s hotel to see Szoboszlai in recent years.
As the match date approaches, excitement builds amongst supporters in Yerevan. The Armenia vs. Hungary match promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams aim to secure vital points in the World Cup qualifiers.
