Sunday 1 March 2026
FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
Men
Ismailia, Egypt - Times GMT +2
1 Mar 2026 13:00 MAS v AUT (B) 6 - 1
1 Mar 2026 15:00 PAK v CHN (B) 5 - 4
1 Mar 2026 18:45 ENG v JPN (A) 5 - 0
1 Mar 2026 20:45 EGY v USA (A)
Pool standings
Santiago, Chile Time GMT -3
1 Mar 2026 11:45 IRL v CAN (B) 5 - 2
1 Mar 2026 14:00 KOR v POL (B) 2 - 3
1 Mar 2026 16:15 FRA v SCO (A)
1 Mar 2026 19:30 WAL v CHI (A)
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
FIH statement ahead of World Cup Qualifiers
As the global hockey community is about to celebrate sporting excellence and excitement on the occasion of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers starting tomorrow in Santiago (Chile) and Ismailia (Egypt), and soon in Hyderabad, Telangana (India), the International Hockey Federation (FIH) would like to reiterate that the utmost priority will be the safety and well-being of all involved in these events, first and foremost the athletes.
Belgium and Netherlands await hockey qualifiers
FIH World Cup qualifiers across three continents in March. James Fearn/GETTY IMAGES
With squads confirmed since late January, the FIH defined the tournaments starting this Sunday through 14 March in Chile, Egypt and India, a final pathway to the 2026 World Cup: three places per venue and a seventh via ranking.
An Unwanted Record, But Will It Lead to Much-Needed Change?
Ashley Morrison
It is fair to say that every sportsperson at almost every level when they go out to play, aims to do their best. For the majority, it is about doing your best and having fun, enjoying playing, that is a key motivator.
India squad for FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers announced: Full list of players
This will be the Indian women's hockey team’s first assignment under Sjoerd Marijne, who has returned as the chief coach effective January 2026, replacing Harendra Singh.
FILE PHOTO: Midfielder Salima Tete will lead the 20-member side at the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers. | Photo Credit: Getty Images
Hockey India (HI) on Sunday announced the Indian squad for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, which will take place in Hyderabad from March 8 to 14.
Pakistan Hockey Federation brings in legends in important roles, Samiullah named chief selector
Pakistan hockey legends Samiullah, Islahuddin Siddiqui and Hasan Sardar have all been appointed to important roles in a bid to revive the game in the country.
File photo: Pakistan is looking to qualify for this year’s World Cup, having missed the last two editions of the event. | Photo Credit: VEDHAN M
The interim set-up running the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) affairs has brought in legends Samiullah, Islahuddin Siddiqui and Hasan Sardar for important roles in a bid to revive the game in the country.
If we play well, we could represent India
Indian hockey forward Lalremsiami writes about her journey from Mizoram to a vital cog in the wheel for the national team.
By Lalremsiami
Hockey isn't that popular in Mizoram. When compared to football, no one really knows about the sport. So naturally when I started playing hockey in school, my family didn't know about the sport.
Champions Crowned in Spectacular A Section Finals
The 2026 South African Indoor Hockey IPT, powered by SPAR & Tops at SPAR, concluded in unforgettable fashion as two finals delivered drama, attacking brilliance and history.
Northern Blues dethrone WP as Southern Gauteng retain men’s crown at SA Indoor Hockey IPT
Rowan Callaghan
Laiken Brissett enjoyed a happy homecoming after helping to lead the Northern Blues team to the 2026 SA Indoor Hockey IPT title against Western Province in Durban on Saturday. Image: Ray Chaplin
Northern Blues edged defending champions Western Province 5-3 in a thrilling see-saw battle in the women’s A Section final at the 2026 SA Indoor Hockey IPT at UKZN Westville Campus in Durban on Saturday.
Catholic Institute pick up vital points in the EY Hockey League, while reigning champions Railway Union progress in the AIG Irish Senior Cup
Saturday, February 28: Critical results across the AIG Irish Senior Cup saw Railway Union get their cup defence off to a winning start, Catholic Institute pick up a crucial result to keep their topflight hopes alive, and Cork Harlequins and Ards remain unbeaten in the Men’s and Women’s EYHL2, respectively.
What you need to know about women's match round 13
Peter Klanke
Today the Tulp Hoofdklasse Women escapes from hibernation. It will be a historic round for HDM. The team from The Hague plays its 800th game in the Hoofdklasse against Oranje-Rood. Read all the facts and figures of the six matches here.
What you need to know about men's match round 13
Peter Klanke
Like the women, the men in the Tulp Hoofdklasse are also waking up from their winter hibernation. Two delicious top matches are on the menu: Amsterdam-Kampong and Bloemendaal-Rotterdam. Read the facts and figures here.
Hockey legend Ramakrishnan, who inspired a golden generation, dies
Ramakrishnan shone in the generation that forged the country’s emergence as a force on the international stage in the 1970s. Pi courtesy of Malaysian Hockey Confederation
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia lost one of its hockey icons, R. Ramakrishnan, who died today from heart attack. He was 72.
Well-known Olak manager Joseph De Silva dies
By Aftar Singh
Joseph de Silva was a former manager of Old LaSallians Association of Klang (OLAK), known as a successful club that won a number of titles in the Under-19 Malaysian Junior Hockey League (MJHL).
KUALA LUMPUR: Joseph De Silva, who played a key role in developing hockey in Klang for the past three decades, died today. He was 71.
Saturday 28 February 2026
FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
Men
Ismailia, Egypt - Times GMT +2
1 Mar 2026 13:00 MAS v AUT (B)
1 Mar 2026 15:00 PAK v CHN (B)
1 Mar 2026 18:45 ENG v JPN (A)
1 Mar 2026 20:45 EGY v USA (A)
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: latest quotes from the Captains!
With the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers on the cusp of getting underway – with pushback in Ismailia, Egypt and Santiago, Chile, starting tomorrow (1 March), followed by action beginning in Hyderabad, India from next Sunday (8 March) – here’s what the Captains of the participating teams have to say:
Coach Sarjit needs results in Ismailia to keep his job
By Aftar Singh
National hockey coach Sarjit Singh’s job is on the line as the World Cup Qualifier begins tomorrow in Ismailia, Egypt. - BERNAMA PIC
KUALA LUMPUR: National hockey coach Sarjit Singh's job is on the line as the World Cup Qualifier begins tomorrow in Ismailia, Egypt.
England Women’s Hockey Team Arrives in Hyderabad for FIH World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Hyderabad, Telangana
Hyderabad: The England women’s national hockey team has officially touched down in Hyderabad, ready to compete in the highly anticipated FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Hyderabad, Telangana from March 8 to 14.
FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 Hyderabad, Telangana Goes Green as Adoptrees Comes Onboard as Sustainability Partner
Adoptrees will plant 50 trees for every penalty corner and 100 trees for every goal
Hyderabad: Reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, Hockey India today announced Adoptrees as the official Sustainability Partner for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Hyderabad, Telangana, scheduled to be held in Hyderabad from 8 to 14 March 2026.
With sports in her blood, Jyoti Singh, a daughter of an international athlete, aims to forge a legacy of her own
Bengaluru: Born in Jhansi, 21-year-old Jyoti Singh is already making waves in Indian hockey. The youngster has already shown her credentials in her brief career so far, captaining India at the FIH Hockey Women's Junior World Cup City of Santiago 2025. She also made her senior debut last year, featuring in four matches of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Women), including a remarkable win against World No. 1, the Netherlands, a performance that highlighted her readiness for the biggest stage.
Semi-Final Drama Sets Up Blockbuster A Section Finals
The 2026 South African Indoor Hockey IPT, powered by SPAR & Tops at SPAR, moved firmly into knockout territory on Friday as the A Section semi-finals delivered intensity, composure under pressure and defining moments that have now set up two blockbuster finals.
Southern Gauteng, Western Province set up 2026 SA Indoor Hockey IPT finals showdown
Rowan Callaghan
Western Province edged WP Peninsular 4-3 in the semifinal of the 2026 SA Indoor Hockey IPT on Friday, setting up a clash against defending champions Southern Gauteng in the final Image: Ray Chaplin
Defending champions Southern Gauteng thrashed hosts KZN Raiders 10-5 on Friday to book their place in the men’s A Section final of the 2026 South African Indoor Hockey IPT in Durban. They will face Western Province, who edged WP Peninsular 4-3 in a tense semi-final at UKZN Westville Campus.
Marc Recasens leaves Rotterdam
Peter Klanke
Marc Recasens is leaving Rotterdam for KHC Dragons of Belgium. The Spanish international is in his second season with the Rotterdammers.
Oranje-Rood gets Belgian international Foubert
Peter Klanke
Victor Foubert Oranje Rood
Oranje-Rood has strengthened its squad with Victor Foubert. The 23-year-old attacking midfielder signs for two seasons and comes over from KHC Dragons.
Rémi Talma successor Matias Vila at Tilburg
Peter Klanke
Tilburg have found a successor to departing women's coach Matias Vila. Frenchman Rémi Talma will join with immediate effect and has committed to the number 11 of the Tulp Hoofdklasse for a year and a half.
Van loon joins Den Bosch as Hoofdklasse returns
On the eve of the Hoofdklasse’s return from its winter break, HC ’s-Hertogenbosch have made an eye-catching signing for next season with Isis van Loon set to join from HGC.
Isis van Loon makes switch to Den Bosch
Peter Klanke
Isis van Loon will make the switch to Den Bosch next season. The 23-year-old striker comes over from HGC.
Yara Akkerman makes switch to Amsterdam
Peter Klanke
Yara Akkerman Amsterdam
Yara Akkerman will defend Amsterdam's colours from next season. The 16-year-old talent makes the switch from HDM.
Isabel Boere to Bloemendaal
Peter Klanke
Isabel Boere
Bloemendaal will strengthen its squad next season with defender Isabel Boere. The junior international studied and played hockey in America for the past year, while before that she spent her entire youth playing for Klein Zwitserland.
Hurley signs New Zealand's Olivia Shannon
Peter Klanke
Photo Credit: Hockey New Zealand
The first women's transfer of the new season has been announced. Remarkably, it is not a top club, but mid-major Hurley who are the first to present a reinforcement.
Hockey Ireland strikes major new 3-year sponsorship as EY assumes primary front of shirt placement across Ireland Senior Women’s and Senior Men’s hockey teams.
The new EY logo placement will appear on the front of the Senior Men’s and Senior Women’s shirts for the first time from 1 March, as both squads travel to Chile to begin their campaigns at the Hockey World Cup Qualifiers, where they aim to secure places at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands.
Tauqeer Dar: Most Suitable Person for Pakistan Hockey`s Revival
Pakistan has the potential to excel in every field.
By Ijaz Chaudhry
The prime requirement is Right Person for the Right Job
Pakistan's national game is Hockey. Also, the sport which has given us three golds and three silvers at the Olympics. Unfortunately, Pakistan hockey has hit rock bottom. Pakistan has failed to qualify for the last three Olympics.
There is one person who can reinvigorate Pakistan hockey and bring back the past glories.
What are the Foremost Requirements?
-Revitalising hockey at the Grassroots
-Getting Sponsorship
-Arranging Foreign Tours
-Bringing Foreign Teams
Tauqeer Dar (Olympic gold medallist 1984) has the Proven Credentials - Ticks all the Boxes
-He is running the Best Academy in Pakistan, Dar Hockey Academy which is a conveyer belt of talent; providing players to the national teams. Dar Academy boys have been regularly featuring in Pakistan's national and age group teams for the last 10 years
-Arranging Foreign Tours for his academy to top hockey nations: Six tours of Europe in the last 12 years: Holland, Belgium and Germany. Also tours to India & Malaysia.
-All through Sponsorship arranged by his own efforts; not a single penny from the government or federation
-In 2012, when terrorism was at its peak, he arranged a tour of Flying Dutch Veterans to Pakistan. The Dutch team was studded with Olympic & World Cup medallists. The team played three matches in Lahore including two matches at the Johar Town stadium watched by thousands of spectators.
Easily the most suitable person to turn Pakistan hockey’s fortunes around.
If Tauqeer is appointed the Secretary General of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, he can bring big business tycoons to sponsor hockey in the country. He can turn the PHF into a corporate body. Pakistan hockey will not be dependent on the government for any financial assistance and will also again see the international achievements of the past.
The following two videos give a good insight into the work & achievements of the Hockey Academy:
Dar Hockey Academy - A Great Success Story
Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjAcFKWjRI0&t=331s
Dar Hockey Academy (Pakistan) Tour of Europe 2019
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TDyMDqK0Gk&t=32s
Ijaz...Ijaz Chaudhry writes on hockey & other sports. For more about him & his work, visit http://www.sportscorrespondent.info