Beat Argentina by a big margin and then wait for the Netherlands to do a favour against England, that’s the only way out for India in this FIH Hockey World Cup
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An under pressure Indian team will take on Argentina in their final Pool E match at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 later today, knowing that nothing less than a big win will keep their semi-final hopes aliveCraig Fulton’s side are at the bottom of the pool without a point after losing their opening second-round game 1-3 to the Netherlands.
The Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen has witnessed the best as well as the worst of IndiaFrom winning 3-1 to losing 4-2, the team has been through it all but their most recent defeat against the Netherlands exposed some of the problems that have hurt them throughout the tournament.
India kept the Dutch scoreless in the first half but conceded three goals after the breakDefensive errors and lapses in concentration allowed the Netherlands to make the most of their chances, while India struggled to create enough danger in open play.
