Friday 3 April 2026

Men's Asian Games Qualifier 2026
Bangkok Thailand

All games GMT +7

2 Apr 2026 10:00     BAN v TPE (Pool B)        4 - 3
2 Apr 2026 12:00     SRI v UZB (Pool B)         3 - 1 
2 Apr 2026 14:00     HKG v INA (Pool A)       3 - 4
2 Apr 2026 16:00     THA v KAZ (Pool A)      2 - 2

3 Apr 2026 10:00     TPE v UZB (Pool B)     0 - 8
3 Apr 2026 12:00     SRI v BAN (Pool B)      3 - 2
3 Apr 2026 14:00     OMA v INA (Pool A)     4 - 1
3 Apr 2026 16:00     HKG v KAZ (Pool A)     4 - 3

4 Apr 2026 16:00     THA v OMA (Pool A)         

Pool standings

FIH Match Centre

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 A New Stage for World Hockey: Belfius Hockey Arena Opens Its Doors



Under a radiant spring sky in Wavre, a new landmark for global hockey came to life. As four thousand supporters streamed into the Belfius Hockey Arena, their enthusiasm echoing across the plaza, it was clear this was more than a national celebration—it was the unveiling of a future World Cup stage.

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ABN AMRO EHL Finals 2026

Fixtures and results

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Euro Hockey League: British clubs find going tough


Old Georgians will play Surbiton in the play-off matches PIC: World Sport Pics

British clubs failed to prosper as Old Georgians and Surbiton were knocked out of the men’s Euro Hockey League and Reading women also exited at the first hurdle.

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Watsonians advance to the quarter-finals on their EHL debut

WATSONIANS 6    RAILWAY UNION (IRELAND) 1



Watsonians made a dream debut to the women`s EuroHockey League Final 12 today with an impressive and historic 6-1 win over Irish champions Railway Union. Now they will be up against Dutch hosts `s-Hertogenbosch – a win here would be quite something.

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Participating teams and pools revealed for inaugural FIH Para Hockey World Cup!



The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is delighted to announce the participating teams and the Pools of the first-ever FIH Para Hockey World Cup, which will take place from 20 to 24 August 2026 in Belgium and the Netherlands, as follows:

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Pakistan to participate in inaugural Para Hockey World Cup

16-team tournament to be co-hosted by Netherlands and Belgium from August 20 to 24 this year

By Faizan Lakhani


This undated picture shows two players in action during a Para Hockey match. — FIH

KARACHI: Pakistan is set to make history this year by participating in the inaugural FIH Para Hockey World Cup 2026, marking a significant step forward for inclusive sport in the country.

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Speedy Tigers' new coach takes charge

By By Aftar Singh


Malaysia Hockey Confederation (MHC) president Datuk Seri Subahan Kamal. FILEPICf3

KUALA LUMPUR: New national chief coach Brendon Carolan needs to take the Speedy Tigers to the next level in tournaments after a string of poor results under former coach Sarjit Singh.

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Coaching shake-up in Malaysian hockey

By Aftar Singh


Malaysian Hockey Confederatiion president Datuk Seri Subahan Kamal (third from left) meeting thr new line up of coaches in Kuala Lumpur.

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Hockey Confederation (MHC) has made changes to the coaching structure of the national women's senior and junior teams with the hope of improving the performance and standard in tournaments.

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C.R. Kumar to inject ‘Indian edge’ into Malaysia women’s hockey with revolutionary 1RM training

Malaysia’s women’s hockey team is set for a major physical overhaul as new head coach C.R. Kumar introduces science-backed 1RM strength training to boost power, speed, and competitiveness ahead of major regional and continental tournaments

Sandru Narayanan


CR Kumar promises a new era for Malaysian women’s hockey, one that is stronger, faster, and ready to compete at the highest level. - Scoop file pic, April 3, 2026 

KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia’s women’s hockey team is set for a physical transformation under newly appointed head coach CR Kumar, who plans to bring the “Indian edge” to the squad by introducing One-Repetition Maximum (1RM) weight training—a method designed to build strength, power, and explosiveness among players currently lacking in physicality.

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MHC under fresh scrutiny as questions deepen over Sarjit exit

Coaching committee sidelined in both the sacking and successor’s appointment, as KPIs, review practices and employment terms come under focus.

Frankie D'Cruz

https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/highlight/2026/04/03/mhc-under-fresh-scrutiny-as-questions-deepen-over-sarjit-exit
Sarjit Singh (left) arrived through a formal selection process, while Brendon Carolan’s elevation apparently followed a different path.

KUALA LUMPUR: The removal of national head coach Sarjit Singh has drawn fresh scrutiny on the Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC), with new details raising questions over how key calls were reached — and who drove them.

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Delhi’s young players hail Zafar Iqbal getting Hockey India Lifetime Achievement Award

K ARUMUGAM



In a glittering ceremony that celebrated the finest in the sport, former Indian captain and Olympic Gold medalist Zafar Iqbal was recently bestowed with Hockey India’s prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award. The honor is a fitting testament to a man whose name is synonymous with the spirit, speed, and glory of Indian hockey during a defining era. While the entire nation rejoices in this well-deserved recognition, perhaps no group is more elated than the young stakeholders of the Delhi-based hockey Trust, “One Thousand Hockey Legs” (OTHL).

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Day 2 Results: 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026 Rajgir, Bihar



Rajgir, Bihar: The second day of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026 Rajgir, Bihar, held at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium on Thursday witnessed Hockey Andhra Pradesh, Hockey Mizoram, Delhi Hockey, Telangana Hockey and Chhattisgarh Hockey register notable wins in their respective matches.

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Day 2 Results: 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026 Ranchi, Jharkhand



Ranchi: The second day of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026 saw Goans Hockey win in Division 'C' while Hockey Bengal, Hockey Chandigarh and Hockey Uttarakhand won their respective matches in Division 'B' on Thursday in Ranchi, Jharkhand.

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Building Peace, Hope, and Opportunity Through Hockey



In the vibrant and historic streets of Dhaka, where tradition meets resilience, the Ostad Fazlu Hockey Academy stands as a powerful symbol of unity, hope, and transformation.

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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