News for 06 July 2022
All the news for Wednesday 6 July 2022
FIH Hockey Women's World Cup Spain & Netherlands 2022 - 6 July
Terrassa, Spain and Amstelveen, Netherlands
All times GMT +2
Amstelveen
5 Jul 2022 14:00 IRL v CHI (Pool A) 0 - 1
5 Jul 2022 16:30 IND v CHN (Pool B) 1 - 1
5 Jul 2022 19:30 NZL v ENG (Pool B) 3 - 1
Terrassa
5 Jul 2022 18:00 JPN v RSA (Pool D) 3 - 3
5 Jul 2022 21:30 BEL v AUS (Pool D) 0 - 2
Amstelveen
6 Jul 2022 16:30 IRL v GER (Pool A)
6 Jul 2022 19:30 NED v CHI (Pool A)
Terrassa
6 Jul 2022 18:00 JPN v BEL (Pool D)
6 Jul 2022 21:30 AUS v RSA (Pool D)
Amstelveen
7 Jul 2022 16:30 ENG v CHN (Pool B)
7 Jul 2022 19:30 IND v NZL (Pool B)
Terassa
7 Jul 2022 18:00 ARG v CAN (Pool C)
7 Jul 2022 21:30 KOR v ESP (Pool C)
Pool Standings
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Event pagers with individual match reports
Jangling nerves, high tempo matches, missed opportunities and one thrilling comeback: and it's only day four!
Nerves were fully on display in the fourth day of Women's World Cup action in Amstelveen and Terrassa. In the opening match, Chile won a war of attrition with Ireland to record their first ever World Cup win. The next match was a clash between two teams who couldn't be separated as China and India played out a high tempo game that only produced two goals but was a fascinating encounter from start to finish.
New Zealand go top of Group B at Women's FIH Hockey World Cup with England win
By Michael Houston
New Zealand defeated England 3-1 to top Group B today ©Getty Images
New Zealand took control of Group B at the Women's International Hockey Federation (FIH) World Cup today, beating England 3-1 at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen.
100-cap Owsley strikes but England beaten by New Zealand
Centurion Lily Owsley’s early strike couldn’t prevent England from slipping to a 3-1 defeat to New Zealand at the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup.
Black Sticks women beat England 3-1 to remain unbeaten at hockey World Cup
A Katie Doar double powered the Black Sticks women to a come-from-behind win over England at the hockey World Cup on Wednesday morning (NZT).
Black Sticks beat England at World Cup to go top of group
Katie Doar of New Zealand celebrating scoring her first goal in the Women's World Cup win over England. Photo /Getty
The women's Black Sticks are in prime position to book a quarter-final spot at the Hockey World Cup following a 3-1 pool play win over England in Amsterdam this morning.
England’s campaign goes to the wire after Kiwi defeat
By Rod Gilmour
New Zealand celebrate their third against England PIC: WORLDSPORTPICS /FRANK UIJLENBROEK
Amsterdam — New Zealand charged, pounced and deflected their way to a cross-over berth in the Pool which will now go to the wire for England. David Ralph’s side were on top for large swathes, countering, moving intelligently and forcing countless PCs. Somehow they came out 3-1 losers. It’s China or bust now.
England suffer 3-1 defeat to New Zealand in second pool game
New Zealand's Kaitlin Cotter (right) and England's Hannah Martin (left) challenge England are bottom of Pool B after failing to win their first two matches in the women's World Cup
England suffered a 3-1 defeat to New Zealand in their second game of the Women's Hockey World Cup in the Netherlands.
Irish eyes quickly turn to Germany after tough World Cup defeat to Chile
Caoimhe Perdue of Ireland during the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Pool A match between Ireland and Chile Photo by Patrick Goosen/Sportsfile
Ireland will have to produce one of their biggest wins yet on Wednesday if they are to continue their World Cup journey following a 1-0 defeat to debutantes Chile at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen.
Underdogs Chile produce big shock to beat Ireland
Denise Krimerman Losada celebrates her PC strike for Chile PIC: WORLDSPORTPICS /FRANK UIJLENBROEK
Amsterdam — Chile’s Devils didn’t put on a totally red hot performance but they had enough spice to produce this Women’s World Cup’s first shock result as the 2018 finalists ultimately failed to pounce on numerous corner routine opportunities in a tame, insipid 1-0 defeat.
Irish suffer major World Cup blow with shock defeat
By Nigel Ringland
Ireland's hopes of reaching the knockout stages of the World Cup in Amsterdam hang by a thread after a massively disappointing 1-0 defeat by Chile.
India share spoils with China in second group match
This was the Indian hockey team’s second 1-1 draw at the FIH World Cup in as many matches. Vandana Katariya scored the equaliser.
By Ali Asgar Nalwala
FIH Women's Hockey World Cup: India share spoils with China in second group match Picture by International Hockey Federation (FIH)
The Indian women’s hockey team was held to a 1-1 draw by China in its second Pool B match of the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup 2022 at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen, the Netherlands, on Tuesday.
India Play Out Tense 1-1 Draw Against Plucky China
When the two teams last met in the FIH Pro League at Muscat in six months back, India reigned supreme over the Asian opponents – thumping them 7-1 in the first leg and pipped them 3-1 in the second leg. In about six months, China coached by celebrated Australian Alyson Annan (she took charge only in May), have shown that they are a much improved side than what they were at the FIH Pro League. Both sides exercised caution in the opening quarter where no serious attempt was made at goal by either side.
India held to 1-1 draw by China
Jiali Zheng gave China the lead in the 26th minute before Vandana Katariya equalised for India in the 45th minute.
The Indians celebrate Vandana Katariya's third-quarter equaliser against China. Image credit: Twitter/@WorldSportPics_
Amstelveen: India were held to a 1-1 draw by China, their second consecutive identical result in Pool B, at the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup here on Tuesday.
Incredible comeback from South Africa shares the points.
South Africa stormed back from a three-goal deficit to steal a share of the points with Japan at the FIH Hockey Women’s World Cup in Terrassa, Spain. Having trailed 3-0 with 20 minutes remaining South Africa pulled back through Kristen Paton and a Tarryn Lombard brace to share the points and keep their crossover chances alive.
South Africa sparkle in Women’s Hockey World Cup comeback
South Africa celebrate their turnaround PIC: WORLDSPORTPICS COPYRIGHT RODRIGO JARAMILLO
South Africa women conjured a remarkable turnaround to force a 3-3 draw with Japan and keep their World Cup hopes alive.
Quick fire double continues Hockeyroos’ perfect start
The Hockeyroos have shot to the top of Pool D courtesy of a stunning 90 seconds that saw them score twice to defeat Belgium 2-0 in the FIH Women’s World Cup 2022.
Uninspiring India eye win against New Zealand to stay in hunt for direct quarter-final spot
India women's hockey team (AFP Photo)
AMSTELVEEN: A lacklustre Indian women's hockey team would need to tick all boxes against New Zealand in its final Pool B match here on Thursday to seal a direct berth in the quarterfinals of the FIH World Cup.
Alia Jaques puts Black Sticks ahead of the law
Suzanne McFadden
Alia Jaques takes the ball forward for the Black Sticks against the Hockeyroos in Auckland in May. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport
As a new era of Black Sticks emerge at the World Cup, beating world No 4 England, talented midfielder Alia Jaques tells Suzanne McFadden why international hockey got the nod over her legal career.
Scotland women beat Italy 3-1 in third test
It was a series victory ahead of Birmingham 2022 for Scotland women over Italy as they won the third contest of three 3-1 at Peffermill.
Scotland Men’s Hockey Squad Announced for Birmingham 2022
Team Scotland has today announced the men’s hockey squad who will compete at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Speedy Tigers to play over 30 international matches ahead of hockey World Cup
KUALA LUMPUR: The national men’s hockey team will be playing more than 30 international matches in preparation for the World Cup in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela, India from Jan 13-19 next year.
MHC need money to prepare strong team
By Aftar Singh
MHC president Datuk Seri Subahan Kamal. - NSTP file pic
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHF) need more funding to prepare a solid national men's team for the World Cup in Bhubaneswar, India from Jan 13-29.
EuroHockey5s Championship 2022 Men
Walcz, Poland
All times GMT +2
6 Jul 2022 10:00 LUX v BEL (Pool A) 0 - 19 (0 - 8)
6 Jul 2022 10:30 ARM v UKR (Pool A)
6 Jul 2022 11:30 CYP v CRO (Pool A)
6 Jul 2022 12:00 AUT v FIN (Pool B)
6 Jul 2022 14:00 LUX v POL (Pool A)
6 Jul 2022 16:00 SUI v TUR (Pool B)
6 Jul 2022 17:00 ARM v BEL (Pool A)
6 Jul 2022 17:30 CYP v UKR (Pool A)
6 Jul 2022 18:00 POL v CRO (Pool A)
6 Jul 2022 18:30 NED v SWE (Pool B)
Pool Standings
FIH Match Centre
Wales Women defeat England U21s in Final preparations for South African test series
Wales women earned two comfortable victories over England U21s in two friendly matches over the weekend.
Wananchi strengthen title defence with crushing win over DCU
Wananchi coach Christopher Otim believes his side is firmly focused on retaining the league title
Charles Lwanga
Wananchi players chat as they leave the pitch at half time. Photo by Charles Lwanga
Doreen Mbabazi says scoring five goals past league debutants Hockey Dreams Foundation will help her side to retain the Ugandan National Hockey League title they won last season.
UNC field hockey assistant Caitlin Van Sickle brings renewed defensive focus to her alma mater
By Shelby Swanson
Caitlin Van Sickle, assistant coach for UNC field hockey, poses for a portrait at Karen Shelton Stadium on July 5, 2022. Photo by Anna Connors | The Daily Tar Heel
Looking out from the sidelines of the University of Iowa's Grant Field last November, UNC field hockey head coach Karen Shelton didn’t like what she saw from her defense.