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FIH Pro League: Indian men's team defeats Spain 2-0- Highlights
India secured a 2-0 win over Spain in the FIH Pro League, avenging their previous loss. Get the highlights here.
FIH Pro League India vs Spain live (Photo credit: Hockey India)
The Indian men's hockey team had a disappointing start to their home leg in the FIH Pro League, suffering a 1-3 defeat against Spain at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Saturday.
India put on a strong performance to defeat Spain 2-0 in their FIH Pro League rematch at the Kalinga Stadium. After a goalless first half, Mandeep broke the deadlock, capitalizing on a rebound from a penalty corner. Moments later, Dilpreet doubled the lead with a stunning field goal, lifting the ball over the Spanish goalkeeper.
Spain tried to mount a comeback, winning multiple penalty corners, but India’s defense held firm to keep a clean sheet.
Highlights:
Live Updates
- 16 Feb 2025 2:47 PM GMT
Halftime: Stalemate Continues!
India has dominated possession and pressed hard, but Spain’s defense has held firm. No goals yet as we head into the break.
- 16 Feb 2025 2:42 PM GMT
26' India pressing hard, but Spain holds firm!
India is piling on the pressure, pushing forward with intent, but Spain’s defense stands strong, soaking up the attacks.
- 16 Feb 2025 2:35 PM GMT
18' First PC for India!
Sukhjeet Singh wins India's first penalty corner late in Q1, but the reception isn’t clean. They get another chance, but Spain’s defense holds firm to keep them out.
- 16 Feb 2025 2:31 PM GMT
Q2 Begins!
The second quarter is underway! India will look to step up the intensity and find a breakthrough against Spain.
- 16 Feb 2025 2:30 PM GMT
End of Q1!
A quiet first quarter comes to an end with no goals on the board. Both teams have had half-chances, but the defenses remain solid.
- 16 Feb 2025 2:29 PM GMT
14' Solid Save by Pathak!
Spain registers their first shot on goal with a sharp strike from the edge of the circle, but Krishan Pathak stays firm to block it.
- 16 Feb 2025 2:24 PM GMT
12' All Square!
A rather uneventful first quarter as both teams struggle to break the deadlock.
- 16 Feb 2025 2:20 PM GMT
5' Early Chance for India!
Mandeep gets a golden opportunity inside the circle, but the Spanish keeper makes a solid save to deny him. Promising start for India!
- 16 Feb 2025 2:13 PM GMT
Q1 Begins!
India starts the game playing from right to left. A crucial match as they look to avenge their previous loss against Spain.
