News for 25 August 2026
All the news for Tuesday 25 August 2026
FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026
Wagener Hockey Stadium (NED) - Belfius Hockey Arena (BEL)
All times GMT +2
Men
24 Aug 2026 09:30 JPN v WAL (G) 3 - 2 Wagener Hockey Stadium
24 Aug 2026 12:30 NZL v PAK (G) 4 - 2 Wagener Hockey Stadium
24 Aug 2026 14:45 ARG v IND (E) 5 - 3 Wagener Hockey Stadium
24 Aug 2026 18:00 NED v ENG (E) 2 - 2 Wagener Hockey Stadium
25 & 26 Aug 2026 are rest days
Final Pool standings
Women
24 Aug 2026 11:00 NZL v SCO (H) 1 - 2 Belfius Hockey Arena
24 Aug 2026 14:00 IRL v USA (H) 1 - 3 Belfius Hockey Arena
24 Aug 2026 17:00 ESP v GER (F) 1 - 4 Belfius Hockey Arena
24 Aug 2026 20:30 BEL v ARG (F) 0 - 0 Belfius Hockey Arena
25 & 26 Aug 2026 are rest days
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Semi-final picture complete as last three spots are filled
Argentina’s and the Netherlands’ men and Belgium’s women were the final teams to secure their semi-final spots at the FIH Hockey World Cup after another day of high-stakes action.
Back-to-back victories for Scotland Women at the FIH World Cup
The sun was beating down on the Belfius Hockey Arena as Scotland and New Zealand lined up for their penultimate game of the 2026 World Cup.
Scotland’s Hockey World Cup win achieves 28-year first as Heather McEwan has final say
Scotland have won back-to-back games at the World Cup for the first time since 1998
By Graham Bean
Scotland followed up their 2-1 win over Ireland by beating New Zealand by the same scoreline at the Hockey World Cup in Belgium.
USWNT Rallies Past Ireland to Finish Top of Second Phase FIH Hockey World Cup Pool
WAVRE, Belgium – The No. 10 U.S. Women’s National Team rallied from an early deficit to defeat No. 11 Ireland, 3-1, in the second phase of pool play at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup. The win puts USA at the top of Pool H where they will play in the 9th-10th place game.
USA comeback undoes Ireland in penultimate FIH Hockey World Cup outing
IRELAND 1 – 3 USA
Wavre, Belgium: The Ireland Women’s Hockey Team suffered a 3-1 defeat to the USA in their penultimate match of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup. Ireland led in quarter 1 thanks to a Niamh Carey deflection, but three unanswered goals in quarter 2, 3, & 4 for the USA saw them secure the win. The result means Ireland have come third in Pool H and will move to Amstelveen, The Netherlands, where they will take on South Africa in the 13th/14th Place Ranking match.
Ireland disappoint again in World Cup defeat by USA
By Nigel Ringland
Ireland’s Katie Mullan disappointed at the end of the game. Image source, World Sport Pics
What a difference four days have made for Ireland.
Belgian women and Dutch men join World Cup semi-final party
Belgium’s women and the Dutch men will enjoy home comforts for the semi-finals of their FIH World Cup campaigns as they confirmed their place in the next phase of the competition.
Men secure 9th playoff while Women move into final match against Chile
The Vantage Black Sticks Men secured top spot in their classification pool and a place in the ninth-place playoff at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup, while the Vantage Black Sticks Women will now turn their attention to finishing their campaign strongly in their final match against Chile.
New Zealand crush Pakistan in Hockey World Cup classification match
Pakistan next face South Africa in 11th/12th position match at Wagener Stadium on Friday
Pakistan players sing the national anthem ahead of their FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 match against Wales at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in the Netherlands on August 17, 2026. — FIH
AMSTELVEEN: Rampant New Zealand inflicted a crushing 4-2 defeat on Pakistan in the 9th to 16th place classification match of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 here at the Wagener Stadium on Monday.
New Zealand beat Pakistan 4-2 in FIH World Cup classification match
Pakistan celebrate a goal during their 4-3 loss to India in an FIH Hockey Pro League match at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre in London on June 23, 2026. @pakhockeyteam/Instagram
AMSTELVEEN:Pakistan’s hopes of finishing ninth at the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup ended on Monday after New Zealand defeated them 4-2 in the 9th-16th place classification match at Wagener Stadium.
New Zealand beat Pakistan 4-2 to set up ninth-place play-off
AMSTELVEEN - Pakistan’s hopes of securing a ninth-place finish at the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 suffered a setback on Monday as New Zealand defeated the Green Shirts 4-2 in their classification match at Wagener Stadium.
Pakistan slump to 11th-position playoff
Abdul Mohi Shah
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan were relegated to the 11th-12th position playoff at the ongoing Hockey World Cup after suffering a 4-2 defeat against New Zealand, while co-hosts and hockey powerhouse Belgium were also eliminated from semi-final contention after being held to a 1-1 draw by Spain.
Indian men’s team’s semi-final hopes end in 3-5 defeat against Argentina in FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
India had a slim chance of staying in contention for the semis had they beaten Argentina by a big margin, but will now play for the 7th-8th position
Amstelveen: India’s hopes of reaching the semi-finals of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 ended with a 3-5 defeat against Argentina in their concluding Pool E match at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen on Monday.
India out of Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 after Argentina loss, extends 51-year wait for podium finish
A sloppy display from Craig Fulton’s men, keeping with this team’s run so far in 2026, was picked apart by a ruthless Argentina.
Aashin Prasad
The defeat was India’s third in five games in this World Cup, letting in 16 goals — the most it’s conceded since the 2010 edition, with one game to go. | Photo Credit: Hockey India
Sukhjeet Singh put his arms aloft in celebration after scoring a goal in the 57th minute. But it was his side’s second to Argentina’s five as its FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 run was approaching a car crash end, which summed up India’s day.
How uninspired India crashed out of the Hockey World Cup without a fight
Harmanpreet-led side’s semifinal hopes end after losing 5-3 to Argentina in a do-or-die match; will now play seventh-place playoff
by Mihir Vasavda
India vs Argentina Hockey World CupIndia are out of the Hockey World Cup, and the manner of their elimination – following a 5-3 hammering to Argentina – was as damning as the result. (Credit: Hockey India)
India are out of the Hockey World Cup, and the manner of their elimination – following a 5-3 hammering to Argentina – was as damning as the result.
India’s 51-year wait for FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup semi-final continues
India lost 3-5 to Argentina in Amstelveen, ending their hopes of reaching the World Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1975. 
Indian hockey team skipper Harmanpreet (Photo credit: Hockey India)
India's wait for a place in the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup semi-finals will extend to 51 years after they suffered a 3-5 defeat against Argentina in their crucial second-round match in Amstelveen on Monday.
Not how we wanted to start: India coach Fulton takes responsibility for Argentina loss
In the 21 games this year, India has lost 10, while conceding 45 goals. When asked if he was confident of turning things around, Craig Fulton remained optimistic.
Aashin Prasad
The South African felt it was an off day for the whole team. | Photo Credit: Hockey India
India men’s head coach Craig Fulton blamed his side’s poor start in the 5-3 loss to Argentina, ending its World Cup run in Amstelveen on Monday.
India men’s hockey coach criticises team after 3-5 World Cup loss
ANI Photo | India men’s hockey coach criticises team after 3-5 World Cup loss
India’s hopes of reaching the semi-finals of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 ended after a 3-5 defeat by Argentina in their final Pool E match at Wagener Stadium, Amstelveen, on August 24. This result extends India’s wait for a World Cup title beyond 51 years, having last won the tournament in 1975.
"Third quarter was little hard to manage": Indian men's hockey coach after loss to Argentina in must-win World Cup match
Amstelveen [Netherlands]: Following his side's loss to Argentina in a must-win FIH Men's Hockey World Cup match, Team India head coach Craig Fulton expressed disappointment with the team's performance, saying they failed to play their fast-paced, attacking brand of hockey.
India’s hockey World Cup was a warning for the men and hope for the women
India’s World Cup campaign exposed deep flaws in the men’s team, while the women showed encouraging progress under Sjoerd Marijne ahead of the Asian Games.
Aashin Prasad
The Hockey World Cup exposed the gaps India’s men must bridge, while the women showed how quickly a team can find belief and progress.
Even though the World Cup is among the pinnacles of the sport, it is safe to say the timing of this edition was one of major inconvenience for the Indian men’s team. After the year it had endured, in which it was well short of matching up against top contenders, the World Cup only served to magnify the flaws already present in the set-up.
'Where is the accountability?': PR Sreejesh, Viren Rasquinha raise question after India's World Cup exit
New Delhi [India]: Former India men's hockey captain and Olympic medallist PR Sreejesh questioned the lack of accountability in Indian hockey after both the men's and women's teams failed to reach the semifinals of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026.
England World Cup hopes end after Netherlands draw
By Josh Lobley
The Netherlands' Floris Middendorp and England's Nick Park fight for the ball. Image source, Getty Images
England's World Cup hopes are over after they drew 2-2 with the Netherlands in their final Pool E game.
FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 breaks new ground with record audiences
More than 106 million views. Millions of new fans reached. Record engagement. And the biggest moments are yet to come.
FIH Para Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026
Amstelveen (NED)
Senior Coed ParaHockey
All times GMT +2
24 Aug 2026 11:25 ARG v CHI (13/16) 1 - 1
24 Aug 2026 11:25 ENG v IND (9/12) 2 - 2
24 Aug 2026 12:55 USA v ZAM (13/16) 5 - 0 Forfeit
24 Aug 2026 12:55 PAK v IRL (9/12) 8 - 1
24 Aug 2026 16:40 BUL v NED (5/8) 5 - 2
24 Aug 2026 16:40 MAS v BEL (3/4) 3 - 1
24 Aug 2026 19:05 GER v FRA (5/8) 5 - 2
24 Aug 2026 19:05 ITA v ESP (Final) 5 - 4
Final Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Italy wins first-ever FIH Para Hockey World Cup!
History was made in Belgium and the Netherlands as the inaugural FIH Para Hockey World Cup came to a close today, marking a landmark moment for hockey and for the athletes who competed for the very first Para Hockey World Cup title, which was eventually won by Italy, beating Spain in the final (5-4). England and Pakistan won the Challenger Trophies, finishing both in 9th place.
USA Finish 13th at Inaugural 2026 FIH Para Hockey World Cup
Wavre, BELGIUM – In front of a crowd at Wagener Stadium in Wavre, Belgium, USA's Hockey ii (intellectual impairment) team played their final match of the inaugural FIH Para Hockey World Cup.
How World Masters Hockey World Cup has grown to record scale
By Adrian Stephenson
The masters hockey is growing rapidly ALL PICS: Frank Reelick
Masters hockey has come a long way since WGMA became the first organisation recognised by FIH as the governing body for Grand Masters (Over 60) hockey in 2006.
Tayyab Ikram backs Pakistan Hockey League to revive national game
LAHORE - International Hockey Federation (FIH) President Tayyab Ikram has backed plans for the Pakistan Hockey League (PHL), saying the proposed competition could play a vital role in reviving the sport in Pakistan and provide local players with a professional platform to showcase their talent.
FIH chief Tayyab praises Pakistan Hockey League plans
Asher Butt
LAHORE: International Hockey Federation (FIH) President Tayyab Ikram has praised the ongoing FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 in Belgium and the Netherlands as a landmark success, while also stressing the importance of the upcoming Pakistan Hockey League (PHL) in reviving the sport domestically.
Liberty field hockey is Big East’s preseason favorite, with top defensive honors, too
Liberty field hockey unanimous Big East preseason pick; Semmartin, Saint Martin honored
by Arielle Schafer
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Liberty’s field hockey team is heading into the 2026 season with a big target on its back — and it’s one the Lady Flames seem perfectly happy to wear.
New ‘School Drive’ pitch marks major step forward for hockey in Ukraine
EuroHockey President Marcos Hofmann attended the opening of the state-of-the-art new pitch in Perechyn, Ukraine, combining the visit with meetings with representatives of Ukraine’s sports and hockey authorities.
Mourners raise hockey sticks in final salute to legendary captain Sarjit
By K. Rajan
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia bade a sad farewell to hockey icon Sarjit Singh on Tuesday as many turned up for his funeral.
Family, friends, bid farewell to hockey legend Sarjit Singh
The former national men’s hockey team captain and coach died on Sunday at the age of 63.
Family members and friends paid their last respects to former national men’s hockey team captain and coach Sarjit Singh at the Shamshan Bhoomi crematorium on Jalan Loke Yew, Kuala Lumpur, this afternoon. (Bernama pic)
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian hockey legend Sarjit Singh, who died on Sunday, was cremated at the Shamshan Bhoomi crematorium on Jalan Loke Yew, here, this afternoon.
Farewell 'Captain Marvel': Why Malaysia will never replace icon Sarjit Singh
By Ajitpal Singh
Former national hockey captain and coach Sarjit Singh died on Sunday. He was 63. - NSTP FILE PIC
KUALA LUMPUR: Sunday was supposed to end with Malaysian sports talking about a world title.
We lost a gem, says Mirnawan of Sarjit
By Farah Azharie
Former national player Datuk Mirnawan Nawawi paid tribute to former national coach Sarjit Singh, who died on Sunday. -- NSTP/Filepic
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Mirnawan Nawawi had shared the pitch with Sarjit Singh in some of the most hostile and electric hockey arenas across the globe.
Ex-India captain Pargat hails Sarjit among hockey's finest
By Aftar Singh
Former India hockey captain Pargat Singh has hailed the late Sarjit Singh as one of the greatest players he faced and played alongside during their heyday. - Pic from Mithapur Hockey Academy/FBf3
KUALA LUMPUR: Former India hockey captain Pargat Singh has hailed the late Sarjit Singh as one of the greatest players he faced and played alongside during their heyday.