Monday 22 June 2026

2025-26 FIH Hockey Pro League

Men

21 Jun 2026 11:30 (GMT +1)     ENG v AUS (RR)     3 - 1   Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, London (UK)
21 Jun 2026 14:00 (GMT +2)     NED v IND (RR)     3 - 2  HC Rotterdam, Rotterdam (NED)
21 Jun 2026 14:00 (GMT +2)     BEL v ESP (RR)     2 - 3  Wavre Hockey Stadium (BEL)

23 Jun 2026 14:30 (GMT +1)     PAK v IND (RR) Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, London (UK)
23 Jun 2026 17:30 (GMT +2)     ARG v ESP (RR) Ernst Reuter Sportfield, Berlin (GER)
23 Jun 2026 18:00 (GMT +2)     AUS v NED (RR) Wavre Hockey Stadium (BEL)

Pool standings

Women

21 Jun 2026 11:30 (GMT +2)     ARG v CHN (RR)  4 - 3   Wavre Hockey Stadium (BEL)
21 Jun 2026 11:30 (GMT +2)     NED v ESP (RR)   1 - 0   HC Rotterdam, Rotterdam (NED)
21 Jun 2026 14:00 (GMT +1)     ENG v AUS (RR)  2 - 2 (SO 3 - 4)   Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, London (UK)

23 Jun 2026 12:00 (GMT +1)     ESP v ARG (RR)     Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, London, (UK)
23 Jun 2026 20:30 (GMT +2)     BEL v AUS (RR)      Wavre Hockey Stadium (BEL)
23 Jun 2026 20:30 (GMT +2)     GER v IRL (RR)     Ernst Reuter Sportfield, Berlin (GER) 

Pool standings    

FIH Match Centre

Belgium men edge closer to title as Hockeyroos pull off shootout win over England



Belgium’s men inched closer to the FIH Hockey Pro League title with a hard-fought 3-2 win over Spain in a steamy Wavre on Sunday. In the other match of the day in Belgium, Argentina’s women edged China in a shootout.

Indian Men’s Hockey Team defeats Netherlands 3-2 in thrilling FIH Pro League encounter

Jugraj Singh, Abhishek, and Rajinder Singh score as visitors edge past the hosts in Rotterdam



Rotterdam: The Indian Men’s Hockey Team produced a resilient performance to defeat the Netherlands 3-2 in their last match of the FIH Pro League Rotterdam leg at Hockey Club Rotterdam on Sunday. Goals from Jugraj Singh (18’), Abhishek (27’), and Rajinder Singh (56’) helped India secure their second outright victory of the leg against the Dutch side. Stand-in captain Hardik Singh was named Player of the Match for his exceptional leadership and midfield display.

Super Sunday for Indian Hockey as they beat formidable rivals at their own den 

s2h team



Indian hockey fans woke up to a morning of celebration as both the men’s and women’s teams scripted memorable victories thousands of kilometres apart, underlining the growing strength and resilience of Indian hockey on the international stage.

Hockeyroos claim crucial Pro League victory over England



The Hockeyroos have secured a vital 3-0 victory over England in London, collecting valuable FIH Pro League points and moving above the hosts on the competition standings.

Relegation threat for England women


England couldn't summon much-needed win PIC: England Hockey/Worldsportpics

England women remain in a perilous position rooted to the foot of the women’s Pro League standings heading into the final week of matches.

Pakistan Hockey Captain Refused UK Visa, Report Reveals Pak Federation's Mistake


File image of Ammad Butt (foreground)© X (Formerly Twitter)

Pakistan hockey team captain Ammad Butt was not refused UK visa on an infringement of over staying in the country two years ago, but the Federation messed up the matter which required the player to appear in an interview, a report said. The goofup means Butt will not be able to participate in the upcoming round of the FIH Pro League 2025/26 in London, reported Telecom Asia Sport "The incompetence of Pakistan Hockey Federation has nearly deprived Butt to feature in the last leg of Pro League 2026," reported Telecom Asia Sport.

India women, France men earn Hockey Pro League promotion



India women and France men have earned the right to compete in next season’s FIH Pro League after completing Nations Cup triumphs.

Men's Junior AHF Cup 2026
Taldykorgan, KAZ

All times GMT +5

23 Jun 2026 14:00     KOR v INA (Pool A)     
23 Jun 2026 16:00     SRI v TJK (Pool A)     
23 Jun 2026 18:00     THA v IRI (Pool B)     
23 Jun 2026 20:00     UZB v KAZ (Pool B)     

Pool Standings

FIH Match Centre

Fifteen club members were selected for South Africa at the 2026 World Masters Hockey World Cup, proving elite sport doesn’t stop with age.



Johannesburg, South Africa – On any given weekend at Benoni Northerns Hockey Club, you’ll find children chasing balls on the sidelines, parents preparing for their own matches and teammates relaxing after the final whistle.

Men’s SDP Take Valuable Lessons from England Series Ahead of European Championships

Scotland’s Men’s Scottish Development Programme (SDP) welcomed England last week for a challenging two-match series, delivering two highly competitive contests that highlighted the squad’s resilience, determination and growing potential.

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