Harmanpreet Singh's brace powers India to 3-1 win over Wales in World Cup opener
India began their FIH Hockey World Cup campaign with a strong 3-1 victory over Wales. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored two goals, leading the team's dominant performance. Sanjay opened the scoring for India in the eighth minute of the match. Wales managed to pull one goal back late in the game. India secured three points from their opening Pool D fixture.
India secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Wales in their opening match of the FIH Hockey World Cup at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen. Captain Harmanpreet Singh played a pivotal role in the win, scoring a brace with goals in the 11th and 43rd minutes, while Sanjay opened the scoring in the 8th minute. India's dominance was evident as they made their penalty corners count, with Sanjay and Harmanpreet converting set-pieces to extend their lead.
Despite Wales scoring a late goal in the 56th minute, India maintained control and held on to secure their first win of the tournament.
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