News for 06 November 2026
All the news for Friday 6 November 2026
Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026
Jalandhar and Mohali
All times GMT +5’ 30”
5 Nov 2026 16:30 KOR v MAS (RR) 2 - 5
5 Nov 2026 19:00 IND v JPN (RR) 4 - 1
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India rally in style to beat Japan 4-1 in Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 final to claim record-extending sixth title, third in a row
Indian team gave Nilakanta Sharma the perfect farewell as they clinched their sixth Asian Champions Trophy title in front of a passionate crowd in Mohali
Mohali: The Indian Men's Hockey Team produced a stirring second-half comeback to beat Japan 4-1 in the final of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 on Thursday, clinching a third successive title and extending their record in the tournament to six titles. While the final result was as expected, Japan also deserve credit for making it a fitting finale with relentless work rate and some impeccable defending.
Sixth ACT title for India, last three in a row. Beat Japan 4-1 after much struggle
India beat Japan 4-1, scoring all four goals in the final 20 minutes, to capture the Asian Champions Trophy for a record sixth time, completing a hat-trick of consecutive titles. Uniquely, Harmanpreet Singh captained India to all three successive crowns, adding another remarkable chapter to his leadership record.Japan had silenced a capacity crowd for almost three quarters, defending an early goal scored within 150 seconds of the start. With Punjab’s who’s who watching from the stands, India appeared unusually erratic, committing unforced errors and struggling to break Japan’s disciplined defensive structure. But the hosts eventually rediscovered their attacking rhythm in a decisive fourth-quarter burst.
India beats Japan 4-1 to win record sixth title, completes unbeaten campaign
India came from behind to defeat Japan 4-1 in the final in Mohali, with Shilanand Lakra, Dilpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh and Sukhjeet Singh scoring to help the host retain its title.
Uthra Ganesan
The victorious Indian team poses with the championship trophy. | Photo Credit: MOORTHY RV
There is a reason most teams are wary of placing their bets on the Indian hockey team.
India beat Japan 4-1 in final to win third consecutive men's ACT hockey crown
Indervir Grewal
Indian team celebrates after winning the Asian Champions Trophy in Mohali on Thursday. RAVI KUMAR
India fought back from a goal down to beat a spirited Japan 4-1 in the final of the Asian Champions Trophy. Three goals in the last quarter helped India overcome the Japanese challenge and secure a third consecutive title.
Hardik Singh marks 200 senior international caps, Hockey India congratulates the star midfielder
The attacking midfielder reached the milestone in Mohali – the same ground where he started his hockey journey as a trainee and also performed ball-boy duties during the 2013 Hockey India League – in the final of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 against Japan
Mohali: Hockey India congratulates Indian men’s team midfielder Hardik Singh on achieving the significant milestone of completing 200 senior international appearances during the final of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 against Japan at the Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium in Mohali on Sunday.
Voice notes to Olympic medals: How Mohali ball boy Hardik Singh manifested his India dream
At 28, Hardik is undoubtedly one of the best midfielders in world hockey, both in terms of skills and his game intelligence that, more often than not, others in the team struggle to keep up with.
Uthra Ganesan
Hardik Singh has been the posterboy of all that Indian hockey has traditional stood for – artistry, control and exceptional skills, rather than raw power. | Photo Credit: R.V. Moorthy
When Hardik Singh stepped on to the turf at the Olympian Balbir Singh International Hockey Stadium for India’s semifinal against Korea in the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy on Wednesday night, it was the proverbial return of the prodigal son. The vice-captain of the Indian men’s hockey team was realising a dream he had first manifested 13 years ago.
'We stuck to our plan for 60 minutes': Hockey captain Harmanpreet after India clinch record sixth Asian Champions Trophy title
Mohali (Punjab) [India]: India men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh praised his team's composure and ability to stick to their plans throughout the match after the hosts staged a comeback to defeat Japan 4-1 in the final of the Asian Champions Trophy 2026 at the Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium in Mohali on Thursday.
Coach Craig Fulton prioritises a defence-first approach
India defeated Japan 4-1 on Thursday to clinch a hat-trick of ACT titles and their sixth overall crown, a record. 
Indian men's hockey team coach Craig Fulton (Photo credit: Hockey India)
Indian men's hockey team chief coach Craig Fulton is delighted to have defended the Asian Champions Trophy title at home, but for him, the focus is always on defence, a strategy that has paid rich dividends for the side.
Malaysia beat South Korea for bronze in ACT
By Aftar Singh
Malaysia forward Azrai Aizad Abu Kamal (in yellow) against South Korea in the Asian Champions Trophy in Mohali, Punjab, India today. Pic from AHF
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia outplayed South Korea 5-2 to finish third in the Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) at Balbir Singh International Hockey Stadium in Mohali, India today.
Players who can’t last till 2028 should “come forward on their own”: RP Singh
There has been a fair amount of criticism for India playing a full-strength squad in the competition even as the rest have been largely inexperienced young sides but selector R.P. Singh insists that was always the plan.
Uthra Ganesan
Hockey India’s plan to build a core Olympic squad to 2028 hinges on performance and players stepping forward for future gaps. | Photo Credit: PTI
With all the talk about teams in transition at the Asian Champions Trophy, Hockey India is firm on moving ahead with its plans but is also clear that performance and fitness would be the only criteria for selections.
Punjab fully prepared to host Hockey World Cup in 2030: Bhagwant Mann
With six new hockey astroturf grounds already constructed, two more underway and Rs 1,744 crore earmarked exclusively for sports, Mann said the government is committed to taking Punjab’s sporting legacy to greater heights.
Bhagwant Mann said the successful organising of the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 reflects the state’s growing capability to host major international sporting events. | Photo Credit: Bhagwant Mann X
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday asserted that the state is now fully prepared to host the prestigious Hockey World Cup in 2030.
One month to go: FIH Youth Hockey5s World Cup and Olympic Values join together in Cairo
Cairo will host the first FIH Youth Hockey5s World Cup from 7 to 12 December 2026. Twenty-four teams will take part, 12 women’s and 12 men’s, from all corners of the world.
Hamburger Polo Club lead for winter despite dropped points
Hamburger Polo Club have carried a one point lead into the men’s Bundesliga’s winter break despite dropping a couple of points against Berliner HC last weekend.
Mannheim extend lead to seven points in women’s Bundesliga
Mannheimer HC picked up five points out of six on the final weekend of the women’s Bundesliga schedule before Christmas to hold a seven-point lead at the season’s half-way stage.
Efficient Oranje-Rood win rescheduled match at Kampong
The Oranje-Rood men’s team secured an important victory in the Staatsloterij Hoofdklasse on Thursday evening. The Eindhoven side won the rescheduled fixture at Kampong 1–2 and now share the top spot with Amsterdam and Den Bosch.
Air Raid Casulaties
By Ashley Morrison
During the mid 1980’s through to the mid 1990’s England FIFA World Cup Winner Jack Charlton, as coach of Ireland adopted a style of play that drew criticism, in spite of its success.
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Patriot League Field Hockey Championship Semifinals Recap: No. 1 Lafayette and No. 3 Boston University Advance to Saturday’s Championship Match
Leopards down Crusaders 4-0; Terriers outlast Eagles, 1-0
EASTON, Pa. – No. 1 Lafayette (16-2, 6-0 PL) and No. 3 Boston University (9-9, 4-2 PL) will meet for the Patriot League Field Hockey title for the second straight season after the Leopards and Terriers earned victories in Thursday’s semifinal round at Rappolt Field in Easton, Pa.
Johnson, Ortyl Push Terriers Past American, 1-0, in Patriot League Semifinal
EASTON, Pa. - Sophomore Lucy Johnson scored the game's lone goal and senior Sophie Ortyl recorded her second consecutive Patriot League semifinal shutout as the Boston University field hockey team downed second-seeded American, 1-0, at Rappolt Field on Thursday to return to the Patriot League title game.
Larripa Scores Golden Goal, Field Hockey Advances to A10 Championship Game Saturday
RICHMOND, Va. – Clara Larripa scored the golden goal 7:12 minutes into the overtime to capture a 2-1 victory over the Rams Thursday afternoon in the second semifinal match-up of the 2026 Betterment Atlantic 10 Field Hockey Tournament at Cary Street Field.
Field Hockey Moves On to Atlantic 10 Championship Game with 2-1 Win Over Davidson
Alex Enslin scored a pivotal goal in Thursday's semifinal against Davidson
RICHMOND, Va. – The top-seeded Saint Joseph's field hockey team topped fourth-seeded Davidson, 2-1, at VCU's Cary Street Field on Thursday in the semifinals of the 2026 Atlantic 10 Field Hockey Tournament. With the win, the Hawks move on to the championship game on Saturday.
UMass field hockey advances to MAC championship
The Minutewomen takedown Kent State 5-1 to carry them to the finals
By Lily Woodworth
Credit: Katie Chon
The MAC championship title is right at the fingertips of the No. 8 Massachusetts field hockey team. The Minutewomen (18-1, 9-0 Mid-American Conference) vanquished Kent State 5-1 in the semifinals after receiving a first-round bye. UMass is not slowing down and looks to clinch the program’s first ever MAC championship.
No. 2 Seed Liberty Heads to Philadelphia For BIG EAST Field Hockey Championship
LYNCHBURG, Va. – No. 2 seed Liberty will begin its quest for a second consecutive BIG EAST Championship title when it faces No. 3 seed Old Dominion on Friday afternoon in the 2026 BIG EAST Championship semifinals.
Field Hockey Set to Face UAlbany in America East Championship
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Vermont (13-5, 2-3 AE) travels to Albany, N.Y., to face UAlbany (11-6, 3-2 AE) on Friday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m. ET on Alumni Turf in the America East Championship. Friday's contest marks the 36th all-time meeting between the two programs and their first postseason match since 2024.
Waterloo Warriors open with a win on home soil to kick off the 2026 University Championships
Toronto and UBC play to a 1-1 draw as competition heats up in Waterloo
Photos/Yan Huckendubler
It was opening day at Warrior Field in Waterloo, Ontario for the 2026 National Bank Field Hockey Canada U SPORTS Championship, presented by Farm Mutual Re. First-day games featured a heavyweight matchup with OUA Champions University of Toronto taking on the best of the west in UBC, followed by the hosts, Waterloo taking on the University of PEI, perennial Atlantic qualifiers.