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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 League: Indian women look to bounce back against Germany

FIH Pro League when they went down to Spain in the second game of their double header in Bhubaneswar last month. The team attacked well and scored three goals, but their defence let them down in the end. They will now look to get back to winning ways when they take on Germany in another double header on Saturday and Sunday at Kalinga Stadium. It's going to be a tough task though. Germany are not only the higher-ranked team, they also beat India the last time they played at Tokyo Olympics. But a lot has changed since then and the Indian team is confident of bouncing back from the loss and beating the world No. 5. "We made a few mistakes in the last match (against Spain) and we have worked on it over the two weeks. Also, since Germany are a strong defensive team, we practised different attacking tactics," said captain Savita during a virtual press conference on Friday.

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.

Edgar Mascarenhas appointed as coach of Odisha hockey teams

Mascarenhas has been appointed as coach of the Odisha hockey teams for the upcoming Hockey India National Championships. Mascarenhas, a former India goalkeeper and an Air India player for two decades, is a FIH Level-2 certified coach.

Expect FIH pro league match against Germany to be quite physical: Nikki Pradhan

women's hockey team defender Nikki Pradhan feels the upcoming FIH Pro League clash against Germany would be a very "physical" battle but her side has what it takes to outwit the world no.5 outfit. India and Germany will take on each other on Saturday and Sunday. The Indians began their campaign in the FIH Pro League with two big wins against Asian nemesis China in Muscat, Oman followed by a win and a loss against Spain, who are ranked No.6 in the world.

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."

Germany women's team arrives in Bhubaneswar for FIH Hockey Pro League matches against India

Germany Women's Hockey team arrived on Tuesday in Bhubaneswar ahead of the double-header against the hosts India in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2021/22, scheduled to take place on March 12 and 13 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium. The team led by Lisa Nolte expressed delight at the prospect of playing India at the Kalinga Stadium. "We have never played at the Kalinga Stadium before, so we are very excited about it. It will be amazing to play at such a big stadium, and we are looking forward to it," Lisa Nolte stated.

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FIH Pro League: Indian Women Look To Return To Winning Ways vs Germany

FIH Pro League: Indian women look to bounce back against Germany

FIH Pro Hockey League: Indian women look to return to winning ways against Germany

FIH Pro League: Indian Women Look To Return To Winning Ways vs Germany

Edgar Mascarenhas appointed as coach of Odisha hockey teams

Expect FIH pro league match against Germany to be quite physical: Nikki Pradhan

Akshata, Deepika Jr two new faces in Indian women's hockey team for Germany tie

Germany women's team arrives in Bhubaneswar for FIH Hockey Pro League matches against India