Saturday 19 September 2026

20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026
Gifu Japan

All times GMT +9

Men

18 Sep 2026 09:00     CHN v OMA (Pool B) 2 - 0
18 Sep 2026 11:00     KOR v BAN (Pool A) 5 - 0

19 Sep 2026 is a rest day

20 Sep 2026 13:00     MAS v UZB (Pool B)
20 Sep 2026 15:00     IND v INA (Pool A) 
20 Sep 2026 17:00     JPN v SRI (Pool A) 
20 Sep 2026 19:00     PAK v THA (Pool B) 

Pool standings

Women

18 Sep 2026 13:00     KOR v TPE (Pool A) 3 - 1
18 Sep 2026 15:00     THA v SGP (Pool B) 2 - 0
18 Sep 2026 17:00     JPN v INA (Pool B) 7 - 0
18 Sep 2026 19:00     MAS v KAZ (Pool A) 5 - 0 

19 Sep 2026 is a rest day

20 Sep 2026 09:00     CHN v BAN (Pool A) 
20 Sep 2026 11:00     IND v UZB (Pool B)

Pool standings

FIH Match Centre

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Malaysia thrash Kazakhstan in hockey opener

By Aftar Singh


Malaysia (in yellow) in action against Kazakhstan at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. - Pic credit Asian Hockey Federation

KUALA LUMPUR: The scores made Malaysia look good, but coach CR Kumar was not impressed.

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North Korean anthem played before South Korea hockey match at Asian Games



South Korea’s men’s hockey team were left bewildered at the Asian Games in Japan on Friday when North Korea’s national anthem was played instead of their own before their opening match against Bangladesh.

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'Terribly sorry': Wrong Korean anthem played at Asian Games hockey


The South Korean men’s hockey team were left bemused before their Asian Games match against Bangladesh on Friday when North Korea’s national anthem was played instead of their own. - Pic credit AINAGOC

NAGOYA: The South Korean men's hockey team were left bemused before their Asian Games match against Bangladesh on Friday when North Korea's national anthem was played instead of their own.

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India and the Asian Games: The Cost of One Bad Day

K ARUMUGAM



One slip. One bad day. A heavy price to pay. For nearly two decades, the Indian men’s hockey team has been the top-ranked side in Asia. The Indian women, too, enjoyed a similar standing for more than a decade before Alyson Annan’s China emerged as the dominant force in recent years. Yet, surprisingly, this sustained supremacy has not translated into Asian Games dominance.

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Returning to blue, India eye Olympic spots – Preview 

All you need to know about Hockey at 2026 Asian Games.

By Abhijit Nair

Asian Games 2026 Hockey Preview: India eye Olympic qualification in high-stakes Asiad (Photo credit: Hockey India) 

When the hockey competition at the 20th Asian Games opens at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium on September 20, it will carry weight far beyond a continental medal. A gold in Kakamigahara means direct qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, turning what is normally a prestige tournament into a must-win proposition.

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'I am the best, I'm the finest!': Navneet Kaur's mirror mantra for handling pressure

The Indian hockey player says self-talk helps her deal with stressful moments as the team heads into the Asian Games with renewed confidence after two difficult years.

By Ubaid Parkar and Aaron Mathew


Picture by 2022 Getty Images

When the pressure begins to build, Navneet Kaur has a simple way of reminding herself what she is capable of.

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Asian Games: How far can the Speedy Tigers fall?

By Aftar Singh


Malaysia (in yellow) played a practice match against India in Gifu recently ahead of the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. - PIC FROM AHF

KUALA LUMPUR: The moment of truth finally arrives for the under-fire national men's hockey team when their Asian Games campaign begins on Sunday against lowly Uzbekistan in their Group B opener at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium.

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2026 South American Games Santa Fe (ODESUR)
Santa Fe

All times GMT -6

Men

18 Sep 2026 10:00     PER v BRA (Pool A) 1 - 4
18 Sep 2026 16:00     CHI v ARG (Pool A) 1 - 5

19 Sep 2026 14:00     BRA v CHI (Pool A) 

Pool Standings

Women

18 Sep 2026 14:00     CHI v ARG (Pool A) 1 - 5

19 Sep 2026 10:00     PAR v URU (Pool A) 

Pool Standings

FIH Match Centre

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Pakistan’s Abdul Rehman wins FIH Poligras Magic Skill Award



Pakistan’s emerging hockey star Abdul Rehman has won the prestigious Poligras Magic Skill Award in the men’s competition following a global vote by hockey fans after the conclusion of the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium and Netherlands 2026.

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Bichu Devi wins Magic Skill Award for England save

Her save in the final minute of the game against England that ensured India’s qualification from the pool stage on the way towards a 5th-place finish – its best finish in 52 years.


Bichu Devi Kharibam made a stunning save at the end of India’s match against England. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

India goalkeeper Bichu Devi Karibam won the Magic Skill Award at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 for her last-gasp save against England.

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Bob Veldhof targets Pakistan hockey revival

Dutch coach says rebuilding is his passion, confirms one-year PHF contract with option to extend

Alam Zeb Safi


Photo: Willem Verrnes/ Instagram

KARACHI: Pakistan hockey coach Bob Veldhof has said that rebuilding the national team is his passion and he wants the country to return to the top of the world hockey within two to three years, insisting that becoming head coach was never his primary objective.

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Calling additional applications for the SA Hockey Senior National Roles



The South African Hockey Association invites further applications for key roles within the SA Senior National Teams as we continue building toward future international cycles.

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Hoci Cymru Vacancy: Wales Senior Men Head Coach



Hoci Cymru is seeking an outstanding Head Coach to lead the Wales Senior Men's Hockey Programme into an exciting new chapter of international competition.

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2026-27 U-16, U-18 & U-21 Junior Women's National Team Selection Camp Athletes Announced



COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Following the conclusion of the 2026 Junior and Senior Nexus Championship, presented by Osaka Hockey, USA Field Hockey is pleased to announce the athletes selected to attend the U-16, U-18, and U-21 Junior Women's National Team Selection Camps. 

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CAM 92 aim to build on opening day draw in France



CAM 92 will look to build on their opening day 2-2 draw with Saint Germain as they make the trip to Lyon on the second day of the French men’s league.

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Lisnagarvey begin Irish title defence ahead of EHL return



Lisnagarvey begin their EY Hockey League title defence on Saturday when they take on newly promoted Portrane on the first day of the Irish competition.

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That’s how important Frédérique Matla’s goals were for Den Bosch

Ramon Min


Frédérique Matla

Eight days to go until the start of the Staatsloterij Hoofdklasse. We’re counting down to the start of the league with a statistic every day. Today, we’re focusing on the value of Frédérique Matla’s goals.

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English international Fiona Crackles heads to Amsterdam

Peter Klanke



Just before the start of the Hoofdklasse season, Amsterdam have strengthened their squad with the signing of England international Fiona Crackles. The 26-year-old midfielder joins from Wimbledon.

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Previews Across the EHL

Relegated Southgate start life in Open/Men's Division One South with a Saturday evening game against Teddington. Last year’s runners up Guildford also play Saturday, against promoted Hampstead & Westminster 2s as do Surbiton 2s who welcome Old Loughtonians. On Sunday there is West London derby as Richmond travel to Indian Gymkhana and West Conference champions Clifton Robinsons play host to Sevenoaks. 

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Sports Ministry looks to IPL owners to bolster HIL, other leagues

The Sports Ministry is exploring IPL owners’ involvement in the Hockey India League as Hockey India faces administrative turmoil, sources say.

Uthra Ganesan

Even as rumours of a Hockey India Executive Board meeting sans president Dilip Tirkey on Friday made the rounds, sparking questions over its legality and conspiracy theories, the Sports Ministry is known to have made it clear that it would tolerate no violations while ensuring that the federation remained operational and the beleaguered Hockey India League (HIL) went ahead without a hitch.

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NCAA DIvision 1 results - 18 September 2026

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NCAA DIvision 1 fixtures - 19 September 2026

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CEO Susan Ahrens announces resignation from Field Hockey Canada 

Ahrens departs Field Hockey Canada after nine years of service



Field Hockey Canada’s Board of Directors announces that Chief Executive Officer Susan Ahrens has decided to step down from her role, effective October 31, as she pursues new professional opportunities. Susan shared that, with a new strategic cycle beginning, she believes this is the right moment for new leadership and a smooth transition for the organization. 

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