Tuesday 10 March 2026
FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
Women
Hyderabad, India Times GMT +5:30
9 Mar 2026 12:45 ITA v AUT (A) 3 - 0
9 Mar 2026 15:00 KOR v ENG (A) 0 - 3
9 Mar 2026 17:15 URU v WAL (B) 3 - 1
9 Mar 2026 19:30 SCO v IND (B) 2 - 2
10 Mar 2026 is a rest day
11 Mar 2026 12:45 ENG v AUT (A)
11 Mar 2026 15:00 ITA v KOR (A)
11 Mar 2026 17:15 URU v SCO (B)
11 Mar 2026 19:30 IND v WAL (B)
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
England enter semi-finals on day 2 of World Cup Qualifiers in Hyderabad
The second day of the women's FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers in Hyderabad saw crucial results across both the pools as teams battled for semi-final spots. 
Wales' hopes of reaching World Cup end in India
Betsan Thomas provided the assist for Wales' second goal. Image source, World Sport Pics
Wales' Hockey World Cup qualification hopes are over after an agonising 3-2 defeat by Uruguay in Hyderabad, India was followed bu the hosts drawing with Scotland.
India Retain Top Spot in Pool B After 2-2 Draw Against Scotland in FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Hyderabad, Telangana
Both teams move to four points, but the hosts keep their place at the top of the standings courtesy of a superior goal difference.
Hyderabad: The Indian Women's Hockey Team played out a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second Pool B match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Hyderabad, Telangana at the G. M. C. Balayogi Hockey Ground on Monday. With this result, both India and Scotland sit on four points in the group, though the hosts retain the number one spot due to a superior goal difference. Goals from Navneet Kaur (18’) and Sunelita Toppo (29’) were matched by Scotland's Heather McEwan (6’) and Fiona Burnet (33’).
Scotland women draw with hosts India at FIH World Cup Qualifiers
Scotland women battled out an excellent 2-2 draw with tournament hosts India at the FIH World Cup Qualifiers in Hyderabad, India. Scotland and India share top spot in the pool on four points before the Scots face Uruguay in their last pool match.
India held to 2-2 draw by Scotland
Navneet Kaur and Sunelita Toppo scored for India but Scotland found two strikes of its own in each half to share the points.
Anirudh Velamuri
India squandered three penalty corners in final minute of the third quarter. | Photo Credit: K.V.S. Giri
After cruising past Uruguay, India faced a far sterner challenge from Scotland in the FIH Women’s World Cup Qualifiers at the G.M.C. Balayogi Stadium on Monday. The host recovered from an early setback to take the lead, only for Scotland to fight back and earn a deserved 2-2 draw.
Scotland holds India 2-2 in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers
Goals from Navneet Kaur and Sunelita Toppo secure draw as India retain group lead on goal difference.
India’s women’s hockey team maintained their position at the top of Pool B after playing out a 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 in Hyderabad on Monday.
2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifier review
England’s men produced an outstanding campaign at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifier in Ismailia, Egypt, securing qualification in style by winning the tournament and delivering a series of dominant performances.
Hockeyroos depart Chile with World Cup qualification in hand
The Hockeyroos have secured their place at the 2026 FIH World Cup, achieving the primary objective of their campaign in Santiago and continuing Australia’s proud tradition of competing on the sport’s biggest stage.
Eurphoric Welsh men and Irish women land World Cup tickets
The Welsh men and Irish women won their bronze matches to lock down World Cup qualification and their place in this summer’s showcase event in the Netherlands and Belgium.
PM Shehbaz announces Rs1.5m reward for each player of hockey team after qualifying for World Cup
Pakistani players photographed during the FIH Hockey World Cup qualifier semi-final against Japan on March 6. — Photo courtesy APP
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday announced a reward of Rs1.5 million for each player of the national hockey team following the team’s performance in the FIH Hockey World Cup qualifier, state-run Radio Pakistan reported.
'You can't expect world-class results on RM3,000 salaries'
By Aftar Singh
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Hockey Confederation president Datuk Seri Subahan Kamal has hit out at the lack of funding after the Speedy Tigers qualified for the World Cup through their ranking following an erratic campaign in Egypt.
Is It Time To Step In and Help?
Ashley Morrison
Rivalries in sport are so important. As they add that little extra ingredient to the game. Importantly they also generate interest from fans who support other teams; as they too get drawn into the contest.
Follow Team Canada at the WMH Masters Indoor World Cup
Indoor Masters National Teams travel to Nottingham for WMH Indoor World Cup
Field Hockey Canada is excited to announce the four Canadian masters rosters for the upcoming WMH Indoor World Cup in Nottingham, UK. The tournament is taking place at the David Ross Sports Village at the University of Nottingham from March 26-31. Field Hockey Canada will release more information like live-stream, media and schedules during the month of March. We’d like to congratulate all participants and we are looking forward to a tremendous competition.
Field Hockey Canada announces Spring Youth Tours
Five youth tours are headed to Europe in the spring
Field Hockey Canada is thrilled to announce the youth tour rosters that will head to Europe this spring. Currently four rosters of youth women are announced. Three U18 teams and a U16 team will travel, train and compete in international matches. A U18 boys team will also be traveling to Frankfurt. Stay tuned for that roster announcement shortly.
USA Umpires & Umpire Managers Appointed to International Panel
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Field Hockey is delighted to announce that four U.S. representatives—two umpires and two umpire managers—have been appointed to the international panel.
The stats of the weekend: 100 goals for Matla at the Oosterplas
Ramon Min
Oranje-Rood recorded its sixth win in a row, setting a new club record. Frédérique Matla scored her 100th league goal at the Oosterplas. These are the figures from the weekend.
GHK move into the top four of the women`s Premiership
In the only game in the upper pool of the women`s Premiership GHK advanced their cause with a 2-1 home win over Wildcats, and consequently moved into fourth place taking over from St Andrews University for the moment. Lucy Williamson and Autumn Hunter were on target for the Glasgow club before Corrie Hay pulled one back for the Cats at a penalty corner…but the points went to GHK.
USA Field Hockey Concludes Record Breaking National Indoor Season
With the completion of the final indoor tournaments two weekends ago, USA Field Hockey is pleased to report a record number of 954 teams that participated throughout the national indoor season.
USA Field Hockey Offering Online, 3-Session Starter & Local Level Umpire Clinic in April 2026
USA Field Hockey is offering an online Starter and Local Level Umpire Clinic that will start Monday, April 20 and will be comprised of three sessions.
Monday 9 March 2026
FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
Men
Santiago, Chile Time GMT -3
8 Mar 2026 13:30 POL v WAL (3/4) 1 - 2 Wales qualifies for the World Cup
8 Mar 2026 15:45 FRA v IRL (Final) 1 - 2
Final Pool standings
Women
Santiago, Chile Time GMT -3
8 Mar 2026 09:00 CAN v SUI (7/8) 1 - 2
8 Mar 2026 11:15 FRA v MAS (5/6) 3 - 0
8 Mar 2026 18:00 JPN v IRL (3/4) 0 - 0 (SO 1 - 3) Ireland qualifies for the World Cup
8 Mar 2026 20:15 CHI v AUS (Final) 1 - 0
Final Pool standings
Hyderabad, India Times GMT +5:30
8 Mar 2026 12:45 ENG v ITA (A) 5 - 2
8 Mar 2026 15:00 KOR v AUT (A) 1 - 0
8 Mar 2026 17:15 SCO v WAL (B) 1 - 0
8 Mar 2026 19:30 IND v URU (B) 4 - 0
9 Mar 2026 12:45 ITA v AUT (A) 3 - 0
9 Mar 2026 15:00 KOR v ENG (A) 0 - 3
9 Mar 2026 17:15 URU v WAL (B) 3 - 1
9 Mar 2026 19:30 SCO v IND (B) 2 - 2
10 Mar 2026 is a rest day
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Tickets punched: Australia and Chile women headed to the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
It was an absolutely thrilling day for hockey in Santiago, Chile at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifier.
Wales men and Ireland women secure World Cup qualification, Ireland men and Chile women win gold
On the final day of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifier in Santiago, Chile, the Wales men and Ireland women won their bronze matches to lock down World Cup qualification.
Wales men secure summer tickets, Ireland win qualifier
By Rod Gilmour
Wales qualify for consecutive World Cups PIC: WORLDSPORTPICS Javier Torres
Wales men, who took one point from their first two games, qualified for only their second ever FIH World Cup after holding off Poland 2-1 in the qualifying event in Chile.
Ireland come from behind to beat France and finish top at FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers
IRELAND 2 – 1 FRANCE
Santiago, Chile: The Ireland Men’s Hockey Team closed out their FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers with a win over France to take top spot in the tournament. Having trailed by a goal, Ireland fought back to 2-1 thanks to a Greg Williams brace. Ireland had to dig deep to deny France an equaliser, with goalkeeper Jaime Carr making several world-class saves to secure the victory for his side.
Wales beat Poland to secure World Cup qualification
By Gareth Bailey
Gareth Furlong scored from two penalty corners in the first half. Image source, World Sport Pics
Wales booked their spot at the Hockey World Cup with a nail-biting 2-1 win over Poland in the third-place play-off in Santiago, Chile.
Malaysia fall 3-0 to France in Santiago
By Aftar Singh
Malaysia (in red) against France in the World Cup Qualifier in Santiago, Chile, yesterday. — PIC FROM FIH
KUALA LUMPUR: The national women's team finished sixth in the World Cup Qualifier in Santiago, Chile yesterday following a 3-0 loss to France.
Switzerland defeats Canada 2-1 on last day in Santiago
2026 World Cup Qualifiers come to a close for Canadian sides
Photo Credit: Yan Huckendubler
Switzerland scored two from the penalty corner spot and hunkered down to protect the house during the fourth quarter and came out with a class 2-1 victory over Team Canada.
Ireland claim World Cup place with shootout win
By Nigel Ringland
Ireland qualified for the World Cup thanks to their shootout victory over Japan in the third/fourth play-off. Image source, World Sport Pics
Ireland clinched a place in the Hockey World Cup finals with a dramatic shootout win over Japan to finish in third place at the qualification tournament in Santiago.
India, England begin chase of FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 qualification with comfortable wins
The opening day of the last FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifier saw strong starts from India and England women at the GMC Balayogi Hockey Ground in Hyderabad, Telangana.
England beat Italy, Korea defeat Austria in FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 Hyderabad, Telangana
Hyderabad: On the opening day of the FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 Hyderabad, Telangana, England defeated Italy with a dominant scoreline of 5-2 while Korea beat Austria 1-0 in a tight contest at the G. M. C. Balayogi Hockey Ground (Gachibowli Hockey Complex) on Sunday.
Scotland women beat Wales for great start to FIH World Cup Qualifiers
A comfortable 1-0 win over Wales saw Scotland women get off to a winning start at the FIH World Cup Qualifiers in Hyderabad, India.
India beat Uruguay 4-0 in the FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 Hyderabad, Telangana
Sunelita Toppo (21'), Ishika (40'), Lalremsiami (49') and Rutuja Dadaso Pisal (58') scored goals for India
Hyderabad: The Indian Women's Hockey team opened their FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 Hyderabad, Telangana campaign with a dominant 4-0 win over Uruguay at the G. M. C. Balayogi Hockey Ground (Gachibowli Hockey Complex) on Sunday. Sunelita Toppo (21'), Ishika (40'), Lalremsiami (49') and Rutuja Dadaso Pisal (58') scored the goals for the home side.
India Women beat Uruguay 4-0 to begin Hockey World Cup qualifiers on winning note
India overcomes early resistance from Uruguay before Annu’s drag flick sets the tone in a convincing 4-0 win to begin its World Cup qualifiers campaign.
Anirudh Velamuri
The FIH Women’s Hockey qualifiers began in Hyderabad on Sunday, with India defeating Uruguay in its opening fixture. | Photo Credit: KVS GIRI
India opened its FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup Qualifiers campaign on a strong note, defeating a spirited Uruguayan side 4-0 at the G.M.C. Balayogi Hockey Ground on Sunday.
Amsterdam wins at the last minute, point for Schaerweijde
Peter Klanke
Thanks to a goal by Dayaan Cassiem in the closing seconds, Amsterdam left Den Bosch with a 2-1 victory. Leaders Oranje-Rood brushed aside lowly Laren (5-2) and Kampong suffered another defeat. This time, Klein Zwitserland was too strong 3-1. Pinoké won the Bosderby against Hurley (8-1) and Schaerweijde took a point against Bloemendaal.
Rewatch: monster win Pinoké, Amsterdam wins top match
Pinoké recorded one of its biggest away wins ever and Amsterdam won the top match against Den Bosch at the Oosterplas in extremis. Check out the images from match round 14 here.
Relegation cracker undecided, Amsterdam comfortably past Kampong
Peter Klanke
The relegation cracker in the Tulp Hoofdklasse Women between Oranje-Rood and Tilburg ended without a winner. It finished 2-2 in Eindhoven on Sunday. At the Klapperboom in Utrecht, Amsterdam convincingly won the top match against Kampong (0-4). Leaders SCHC was 3-1 too strong for Rotterdam and national champion Den Bosch had little trouble with HGC: 5-0. At the Amsterdamse Bos, Bloemendaal recorded a 2-1 win over Hurley.
Rewatch: Amsterdam thump for Kampong, hat-trick Matla
During the fourteenth match round in the Tulp Hoofdklasse Women, Amsterdam dealt a hefty blow to competitors Kampong. At the bottom, Oranje-Rood and Tilburg kept each other in balance. Watch the highlights here.
A Century on the Pitch: India and New Zealand Celebrate 100 Years of Sporting Brotherhood
K. ARUMUGAM
DELHI, INDIA — In a historic convergence of sporting royalty, the governments of India and New Zealand are set to commemorate a centenary of bilateral athletic ties. The celebration, centered around a gala event at the New Zealand High Commission in Delhi on Monday, March 9, marks exactly 100 years since the 1926 Indian Army Hockey Team’s tour of New Zealand—a tour that laid the foundation for a century of friendship. Ashok Kumar, son of Legend Dhyan Chand, has been invited to take part in the function
Reflections from the Inaugural FIH Camp for Women and Girls
by Gill Gemming
This camp was held in Honiara from the 12th to the 15th of December 2025. All 6 Pacific Island NF’s had participants involved as either coaches, youth leaders, or athletes. The camp had significant on the individuals attending and below are three reflections of how the camp affected impacted on specific individuals.
Tauqeer Dar: Most Suitable Person for Pakistan Hockey`s Revival
Pakistan has the potential to excel in every field.
By Ijaz Chaudhry
The prime requirement is Right Person for the Right Job
Pakistan's national game is Hockey. Also, the sport which has given us three golds and three silvers at the Olympics. Unfortunately, Pakistan hockey has hit rock bottom. Pakistan has failed to qualify for the last three Olympics.
There is one person who can reinvigorate Pakistan hockey and bring back the past glories.
What are the Foremost Requirements?
-Revitalising hockey at the Grassroots
-Getting Sponsorship
-Arranging Foreign Tours
-Bringing Foreign Teams
Tauqeer Dar (Olympic gold medallist 1984) has the Proven Credentials - Ticks all the Boxes
-He is running the Best Academy in Pakistan, Dar Hockey Academy which is a conveyer belt of talent; providing players to the national teams. Dar Academy boys have been regularly featuring in Pakistan's national and age group teams for the last 10 years
-Arranging Foreign Tours for his academy to top hockey nations: Six tours of Europe in the last 12 years: Holland, Belgium and Germany. Also tours to India & Malaysia.
-All through Sponsorship arranged by his own efforts; not a single penny from the government or federation
-In 2012, when terrorism was at its peak, he arranged a tour of Flying Dutch Veterans to Pakistan. The Dutch team was studded with Olympic & World Cup medallists. The team played three matches in Lahore including two matches at the Johar Town stadium watched by thousands of spectators.
Easily the most suitable person to turn Pakistan hockey’s fortunes around.
If Tauqeer is appointed the Secretary General of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, he can bring big business tycoons to sponsor hockey in the country. He can turn the PHF into a corporate body. Pakistan hockey will not be dependent on the government for any financial assistance and will also again see the international achievements of the past.
The following two videos give a good insight into the work & achievements of the Hockey Academy:
Dar Hockey Academy - A Great Success Story
Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjAcFKWjRI0&t=331s
Dar Hockey Academy (Pakistan) Tour of Europe 2019
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TDyMDqK0Gk&t=32s
Ijaz...Ijaz Chaudhry writes on hockey & other sports. For more about him & his work, visit http://www.sportscorrespondent.info