Men's Hockey World Cup LIVE: India vs Netherlands - Score, blog, updates
13' PC for Netherlands, but India hold firm!
The hosts earn their first penalty corner after a foot inside the circle gives them an opening. Jip Janssen takes the drag-flick, but Manpreet Singh is perfectly positioned to get in the way and block the effort. India clear the danger and regain possession.
Score: India 0-0 Netherlands
10' India control the tempo!
India are enjoying a good spell of possession and keeping the Dutch defence occupied. Dilpreet Singh has looked particularly lively in and around the circle, though India are yet to create a clear-cut scoring opportunity. The Netherlands have threatened from the left but India's compact defence has dealt with the danger well.
Score: India 0-0 Netherlands
PUSHBACK!
The Phase 2 clash is underway at the Wagener Stadium. India have opted for their white away strip, while the Netherlands take the field in their familiar all-orange kit.
Score: India 0-0 Netherlands
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Welcome to The Bridge’s LIVE coverage of India vs Netherlands in Phase 2 of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026. India face the hosts at the Wagener Stadium in a crucial Pool E clash, with both sides eyeing a strong start to their semi-final push.
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