Archive · 22 Aug 2026
India and Netherlands Draw First Quarter in Hockey World Cup
India is playing the Netherlands in the Men's Hockey World Cup.
The first quarter ended without either team scoring.
India reached this stage after winning two of its three earlier games.
Its only earlier loss was against England.
England's win gives it an advantage in the next stage.
The Netherlands has won all three of its matches so far.
India must defend better because it has allowed eight goals in three games.
After this match, India will play Argentina.
India and the Netherlands ended the first quarter level at 0-0.
India reached the second group-stage round after finishing second behind England.
India defeated Wales 3-1, lost to England 4-2, and beat Pakistan 5-3.
England's earlier win means it carries three points into the next stage.
The Netherlands is unbeaten, has scored 12 goals, and conceded three in three matches.
- Who
- India and the Netherlands men's hockey teams.
- What
- They are playing a Men's Hockey World Cup second-round group-stage match, with the first quarter ending 0-0.
- When
- During the live match described in the article; the first quarter has ended.
- Where
- The Netherlands, which is hosting the match.
- Why
- The result affects India's path toward the semifinals, particularly because England carries three points from its earlier win over India.
India's Challenge
Netherlands' Advantage
Match outlook
India's Challenge
India needs to strengthen its defense and avoid losing because England already has three carried-over points.
Netherlands' Advantage
The Netherlands is considered the favorite because it is unbeaten, in strong form, and playing at home.
Tournament position
India's Challenge
India advanced after finishing second in its pool and must improve its position before facing Argentina.
Netherlands' Advantage
The Netherlands enters the match after wins over New Zealand, Argentina, and Japan.
- Current score
- India 0-0 Netherlands after the first quarter.
- India's group finish
- Second in its pool behind England.
- India's earlier results
- Beat Wales 3-1, lost to England 4-2, and defeated Pakistan 5-3.
- England's advantage
- England carries three points into the next stage after beating India.
- Netherlands form
- Unbeaten in three matches, with 12 goals scored and three conceded.
- India's next opponent
- Argentina, which finished second in Pool A.
- India's defensive record
- Eight goals conceded in three matches.