FIH Women's World Cup: India beat Germany to finish 5th; best-ever finish in 52 years– Highlights

4' - A sedate start

A sedate start to the contest with midfield turnovers being the hallmark. Germany did manage to penetrate the circle once from the left, but it was intercepted cleanly by the Indian defence.

IND 0-0 GER

1' - Germany with the pushback

Germany start with the possession. India move from right to left.

IND 0-0 GER

Germany STARTING XI

Time for national anthems

Germany first followed by India's Jana Gana Mana.

"It's about revent with ourselves"

"We were very disappointed about our performance against Australia. It's not about the draw but about the quality of hockey. The girls were very disappointed. Today it's about taking revenge with ourselves," says Indian coach Sjored Marijne.

HEAD-TO-HEAD

INDIA STARTING XI

On the way to make history! 🇮🇳🔥

The Indian Women’s Team is on its way for the 5th/6th place clash against Germany at the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026. 🏑

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