FIH Men's Pro League: India show fight but Argentina prevail 4–2- Highlights
Half-time: Argentina in control at the break!
That’s the end of the first half in Rourkela, with Argentina heading into the interval with a comfortable 2-0 lead. Their clinical penalty-corner conversion followed by a sharp field goal has put India on the back foot. The hosts have shown flashes in attack, but will need a much stronger second-half response to get back into the contest.
Q2, 13’ — GOAL ARGENTINA!
Argentina double their lead late in the second quarter with a well-taken field goal from Tadeo. India immediately ask for a referral, hoping for a reprieve, but the decision stays. The visitors’ finish is confirmed and the hosts now have work to do.
Q2, 6’ India threaten through Hardik!
India finally produce a promising move going forward with a sharp circle entry. Hardik does well to carve open space with a lively run into the attacking area, but the move fizzles out without a final touch on goal. Encouraging signs for the hosts nonetheless.
Q2, 2’ GOAL ARGENTINA!
Argentina make their dominance count early in the second quarter and this time it stands. Tomas Domene fires in a brilliantly executed penalty corner, the drag-flick rocketing past a helpless Indian goalkeeper. A clinical finish and the visitors move into the lead.
End of Q1: Honours even after an intense opening quarter!
The first quarter comes to a close with both sides still searching for the opener. Argentina saw an early goal overturned after a review, while India had to do plenty of defending for long stretches. The hosts will take confidence from a resilient defensive effort as we head into the second quarter.
Q1, 12’ Goal overturned after review!
The early Argentina strike has been ruled out! After a video referral, the goal from Tomas Domene is cancelled, and India breathe a huge sigh of relief. We remain goalless in the opening quarter.
Q1, 12’ GOAL ARGENTINA!
Argentina take an early lead and it’s a moment of real quality from Tomas Domene! The forward unleashes a stunning field effort that flies into the top corner over the head of India keeper, giving the Indian goalkeeper no chance. A superb finish and the visitors are ahead in the opening minutes.
Q1, 11’ India under early pressure!
India have spent much of the opening minutes chasing possession, with Argentina controlling the tempo. The visitors are probing around the circle, but the Indian defence has held firm so far, making crucial interceptions to keep the score level.
Q1, 6’ Free hit Argentina!
Argentina earn an early free hit as they look to move the ball quickly into the Indian half and build their first real attacking phase of the match. India drop back into shape, ready to close the space.
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