India's 2026 Hockey WC semi-final race ends with 3-5 loss to Argentina
India’s men’s hockey team exit the 2026 World Cup semi-final race after losing 3-5 to Argentina. Two early goals put India on the back foot, while poor passing and missed penalty corners hurt their comeback hopes. Sukhjeet scores twice and Hardik adds a penalty stroke, but Argentina’s five-goal haul seals victory. India now play for seventh or eighth place.
India’s men’s hockey squad has been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup semi-final race following a 3-5 loss to Argentina on Monday. Despite Argentina's win over England keeping India’s qualification hopes technically alive, India required a victory by at least three goals to reach the last four. Two early goals put Argentina ahead, with Joaquin Toscani scoring in the first minute and Nicolas Della Torre doubling the lead in the sixth minute.
India struggled to respond, with their passing and ball control issues hampering their attacks. The deficit grew as Argentina extended their lead through Tomas Domene in the 33rd minute, and despite India's late efforts, they could not change the result. Argentina's victory leaves India with no points from three Pool E matches, while the Netherlands have already secured a semi-final spot.
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