Men's Junior Hockey World Cup 2025 LIVE: India takes on Germany in semifinal- Blogs, updates
India face defending champions Germany in the Junior Hockey World Cup semifinal after a dramatic win over Belgium. Follow live updates from Chennai.
Men's Junior Hockey World Cup 2025 LIVE: India takes on Germany in semifinal (Photo credit: Hockey India)
India’s inspired run at the FIH Men’s Hockey Junior World Cup meets a formidable challenge on Sunday when the hosts take on seven-time champions Germany in the semifinals in Chennai. PR Sreejesh’s squad enters the contest buoyed by a tense quarterfinal victory over Belgium, secured through a shootout after a late equaliser pushed the match into a pressure-filled finish.
Germany arrives with similar battle-hardening, having edged France in a tight tiebreaker. Their squad combines structure, pace and technical precision, attributes that have defined their consistent success at this level.
The hosts will also need to cope with Germany’s multiple threats: goalkeeper Jasper Ditzer’s reliability, Paul Glander’s penalty-corner efficiency, and the speed of Alec Von Schwerin and Ferdinand Steinebach.
While Germany holds the historical edge, India carries the lift of home support and the composure gained from surviving a high-pressure quarterfinal.
LIVE UPDATES:
The hooter sounds and Germany seal a dominant win, showcasing clinical finishing and disciplined structure throughout. India fought hard, pulled one back through Anmol, and pushed in phases, but Germany’s precision proved the difference on the night.
A tough end for India, but a spirited campaign nonetheless as the bronze medal match awaits
Full Time: India 1-5 Germany
India finally break through from a well-executed penalty corner. Anmol steps up and drives a clean, low drag-flick past the German goalkeeper, a sharp finish that gives the home crowd something to roar about.
India 1-5 Germany
A brilliant aerial ball launched from the right flank drops perfectly into the circle. Ben Hasbac cushions it out of the air with sublime control, stumbles off balance, yet still rifles the finish past the keeper. A breathtaking piece of skill to extend Germany’s lead.
India 0-5 Germany
The final quarter is underway. India look to finish strong, pushing higher up the pitch and searching for openings, while Germany drop into a controlled, disciplined structure to protect their dominant lead.
India 0-4 Germany
Germany head into the final quarter with a commanding four-goal lead. India showed more intent this period, especially through Roshan Kujur’s attempts, but Germany’s efficiency and structure continue to dictate the match.
India 0-4 Germany
A stunning German move slices through India, a slick passing triangle at the edge of the circle ends with a clinical finish into the top corner. Pure precision, pure quality, and Germany tighten their hold on the semifinal.
India 0-4 Germany
Roshan Kujur fires India’s first real shot on target, a clean strike from the top of the circle, but the German goalkeeper pulls off a strong save. The rebound falls kindly for Roshan again, yet Germany’s defence smothers him before he can finish.
India 0-3 Germany
India push back for Q3, chasing a way back into this semifinal. They start with intent, higher press, quicker releases, and a clear urgency in midfield. Germany stay compact, waiting to punish any loose touch.
India 0-3 Germany
The hooter goes with Germany holding a firm three-goal advantage. India have shown flashes with their circle entries, but Germany’s efficiency, especially through Lukas Kossel, has defined the half. India need a reset, sharper execution, and early pressure in Q3 to claw their way back.
India 0-3 Germany
Stay connected with The Bridge on #socials.