Izadi Star makes perfect local debut in the Group 3 Arabian Triple Crown Round-2
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FIH Pro League: Indian women lose 1-2 against Germany in shootout
Indian women's hockey team lost 1-2 to Germany in a shootout after both the teams were locked at 1-1 at the end of the regulation time in the first match of the double-leg FIH Pro League on Saturday. Early goals from Navneet Kaur (4th minute) and Carlotta Sippel (5th) set the tone for what was an exciting contest between world No. 9 India and world No. 5 Germany. Both teams wasted numerous scoring chances to finish tied after the end of the regulation 60 minutes, forcing the match into a shootout where the Germans did just enough to come out on top. Navneet scored the only goal for India in the shoot-out even as Sharmila Devi, Neha Goyal, Laremsiami and Monika wasted their chances.
FIH Pro League: Indian Women Look To Return To Winning Ways vs Germany
The Indian women's hockey team would look to return to winning ways against a higher-ranked but out-of-touch Germany in the two-legged tie of the FIH Pro League, starting with the first match on Saturday. Playing their debut season in the Pro League, the Indian women made a fine start to their campaign, beating China 7-1 and 2-1 in their opening two games in Muscat. The Indians, ranked ninth in the world, then defeated world number 6 Spain 2-1 at home before slumping to a 3-4 defeat in the return leg last month. But despite the loss, the Indian women are well placed in the FIH Pro League standings as they are currently at the third position with nine points from four games, which includes three wins and a loss.
FIH Pro Hockey League: Indian women look to return to winning ways against Germany
hockey team would look to return to winning ways against a higher-ranked but out-of-touch Germany in the two-legged tie of the FIH Pro League, starting with the first match here on Saturday. Playing their debut season in the Pro League, the Indian women made a fine start to their campaign, beating China 7-1 and 2-1 in their opening two games in Muscat. The Indians, ranked ninth in the world, then defeated world number 6 Spain 2-1 at home before slumping to a 3-4 defeat in the return leg last month.
FIH Pro League: Indian Women Look To Return To Winning Ways vs Germany
The Indian women's hockey team would look to return to winning ways against a higher-ranked but out-of-touch Germany in the two-legged tie of the FIH Pro League, starting with the first match on Saturday. Playing their debut season in the Pro League, the Indian women made a fine start to their campaign, beating China 7-1 and 2-1 in their opening two games in Muscat. The Indians, ranked ninth in the world, then defeated world number 6 Spain 2-1 at home before slumping to a 3-4 defeat in the return leg last month. But despite the loss, the Indian women are well placed in the FIH Pro League standings as they are currently at the third position with nine points from four games, which includes three wins and a loss.
Akshata, Deepika Jr two new faces in Indian women's hockey team for Germany tie
FIH Pro League matches here on Saturday and Sunday. Goalkeeper Savita has been named captain with experienced defender Deep Grace Ekka continuing to assist as vice-captain. Both Akshata of Maharashtra and Haryana's Deepika Jr were handpicked in the senior core group following their impressive performances in the Hockey India National Championship. Talking about the team selection, Indian women's hockey team chief coach Janneke Schopman said: "It's an exciting time for us playing yet again two back-to-back Pro League games at home against an esteemed opponent. "Germany is a very consistent team with probably the best basic skills around the world. They defend very well and are quick to attack. I feel we have selected a nice mix of young talent and experience and we're looking to build on our performance vs Spain."