News for 21 October 2026
All the news for Wednesday 21 October 2026
Sultan Of Johor Cup 2026
Johor, Malaysia
All times GMT+8
20 Oct 2026 17:05 CAN v CHN (RR) 3 - 2
20 Oct 2026 19:35 JPN v MAS (RR) 2 - 4
21 Oct 2026 17:05 CHN v JPN (RR)
21 Oct 2026 19:35 PAK v MAS (RR)
22 Oct 2026 is a rest day
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Malaysia make late comeback against Japan at SoJC
By Aftar Singh
Malaysia’s Afferul Syah (2nd left) is challenged by Japan’s Furusawa Chihiro (left) during the 14th Sultan of Johor Cup match between Malaysia and Japan at the Taman Daya Hockey Stadium. - NSTP/NAJMI NOR’AZAM
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia fought back twice from a goal down in the last quarter to beat Japan 4-2 in the Under-21 Sultan of Johor Cup (SoJC) at Taman Daya Hockey Stadium on Tuesday.
India at Asian Champions Trophy: Some highlights
K ARUMUGAM
India’s remarkable record at the Asian Champions Trophy reflects the country’s sustained presence and success in the continental competition. As the tournament moves to the Jalandhar–Mohali region, Indian hockey’s history at the event offers several noteworthy statistics, from its medal haul and goal-scoring achievements to the individual records of its leading players.
Hockeyroos and Kookaburras 2026-27 FIH Pro League schedules locked in
Anticipation is already building for the next chapter of the FIH Hockey Pro League! The 2026-27 season will begin on 8 December 2026 in Córdoba, Argentina, promising another festival of world-class hockey, fierce rivalries and unforgettable moments!
Slumberzone India Centenary Squad naming and ticket information
The Slumberzone Indian Centenary Hockey Series celebrating 100 years of hockey between the two nations is fast approaching, with early bird tickets on sale from midday Tuesday.
Heather McEwan retires from international hockey
After 48 caps and 11 goals, Heather McEwan has announced her retirement from international hockey, bringing an excellent eight-year Scotland career to a close.
Nine hockey players selected for Winning Students 100 support
Nine hockey players are set to benefit from Scotland’s national sport scholarship programme, Winning Students 100, as it announces a record 110 student-athletes to receive support for the 2026–27 academic year.
Growing the Game in Tairua: From 30 to 90 Participants in Six Months
A small community initiative on the Coromandel Peninsula is proving that with passionate local leadership and the right support, hockey can thrive anywhere.
More schools, more festivals, more children playing hockey: Year one of the National Hockey Fund
More schools, more festivals, more children playing hockey: Year one of the National Hockey Fund for State Schools
Global hockey community unites in Doha for milestone 50th FIH Congress
The global hockey community will come together in Doha, Qatar, for the landmark 50th FIH Statutory Congress taking place on 24 October 2026. This important biennial gathering will bring together representatives of the global hockey family to address key matters relating to the governance and future development of the sport. The programme (see schedule below) will also feature the FIH Award Ceremony, during which the winners of the FIH Hockey Stars Awards 2026 will be revealed, as well as a National Associations Forum and a meeting of the FIH Executive Board.