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India and Belgium will meet in the 7th‑8th place match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 in Wavre, seeking to end their campaigns with confidence ahead of the Asian Games.
India's men's hockey team suffered a humiliating World Cup exit after losing to Argentina in the semi-finals, following defeats to England and the Netherlands. The campaign exposed severe defensive frailties, poor offensive output and a generational void, prompting head coach Craig Fulton to call for urgent reconstruction.
With zero points and a -4 goal difference, India must defeat Argentina by a sizeable margin while hoping England falters against the Netherlands, a scenario that places tactical precision and offensive firepower at the forefront of the team's strategy.
A 4‑2 loss to England exposed defensive lapses and missed opportunities, prompting the Indian side to regroup ahead of a pivotal World Cup encounter with Pakistan.
India needs a draw while Pakistan must win to advance, setting the stage for a historic rivalry renewed on the world stage.
England secured a 4‑2 victory over India in the Hockey World Cup, with Bandurak, Rushmere and Croft shaping the outcome, while India looks to regroup for upcoming Pool D fixtures.
With both squads eyeing a top‑pool finish, India’s recent victory over Wales and England’s win against Pakistan set the stage for a rivalry‑laden showdown.
Hockey India has revealed the roster that will represent the nation at the upcoming FIH Hockey Men’s World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands, a tournament that promises fresh challenges and historic opportunities.
The Indian men's hockey squad is set for a high‑intensity London leg of the FIH Pro League, facing Pakistan and England in a series that could reshape the standings.
The Indian men's team will face Netherlands and Germany in a series of matches in June 2026, using the fixtures to sharpen tactics ahead of the World Cup and Asian Games, while midfielder Manpreet Singh prepares to match a historic cap milestone.