Belgium women's field hockey names 20-player squad for World Cup

Coach Adam Commens released a 20‑player roster for the Red Panthers ahead of the upcoming World Cup, retaining the core that performed well in the Pro League. The selection drops goalkeeper Maïté Bussels and four field players—Anne‑Sophie Vanden Borre, Alix Marien, Astrid Bonami and Emily White. Defenders include the recovered Vanessa Blockmans and regular Lisa Moors, while midfielder Perrine de Clerck joins the mix. In attack, Emilie Verhees is confirmed and newcomer Famke Van Heel adds depth. The full list comprises goalkeepers Elena Sotgiu and Elodie Picard, defenders Hélène Brasseur, Stephanie Vanden Borre, Lien Hillewaert, Emma Puvrez, midfielders Judith Vandermeiren, Camille Belis, Alix Gerniers, Michelle Struijk, Louise Dewaet, and forwards Justine Rasir, Delphine Marien, Charlotte Englebert, Ambre Ballenghien, Emilie Verhees, and Famke Van Heel.