# 2026 Field Hockey World Cup continues > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/2026-field-hockey-world-cup-buildup > Updated: 2026-08-19T04:41:59.000Z. Sources: 89. Developments: 9. The 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup continues in the Netherlands and Belgium. In the men's competition, England secured a 4-2 victory over India in Pool D at the Wagener Hockey Stadium. Although India held a 2-1 halftime lead via Harmanpreet Singh and Dilpreet Singh, England dominated the second half with goals from Nicholas Bandurak, Stuart Rushmere, and Henry Croft. Following this loss, the Indian men's team faces Pakistan in a decisive Group D match at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen. India enters the contest in a position where a win or a draw will ensure progression to the next stage. Pakistan, currently holding only one point, requires a victory to keep their World Cup campaign alive. Historically, the two nations have met 183 times, with Pakistan holding 82 wins to India's 69, though India leads in World Cup encounters with three wins to Pakistan's two. In Pool A, the Netherlands defeated Argentina 3-1, securing their qualification. In the women's competition, the Indian squad recorded their largest-ever World Cup victory with a 6-1 win over South Africa in Pool D. Following an initial 2-2 draw against China, goals from Sunelita Toppo, Navneet Kaur, Sushila Chanu, Deepika Kumari, Lalremsiami, and Sakshi Rana placed India at the top of Pool D on goal difference, maintaining an unbeaten record. Other notable results include Germany's 1-0 win over Belgium in Pool B, a 3-3 draw between Malaysia and France, and a 3-3 draw between Pakistan and Wales. ## Claims - The Indian women's hockey team departed for Europe to prepare for the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The team will play two practice matches against Germany in Frankfurt on 31 July and 1 August 2026. (corroborated by 4 sources) - After the Germany camp, the team will travel to Amsterdam on 2 August 2026 for further preparation. (corroborated by 4 sources) - India is drawn in Pool D and will open its World Cup campaign against China on 16 August 2026. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup will be held from 15 to 30 August 2026 in Belgium and the Netherlands. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Captain Salima Tete said the squad is confident and determined to give its best at the World Cup. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Spain defeated Ireland 3-2 in their opening Pool C match of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup. (single source) - Hannah McLoughlin and Niamh Carey scored penalty corner goals for Ireland. (single source) - India and China played to a 2-2 draw in their opening match at the Wagener Hockey Stadium. (single source) - Navneet scored the opening goal for India in the 8th minute. (single source) - Ying Zhang scored a penalty stroke for China to level the score. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-19: India secures women's hockey win ahead of men's clash with Pakistan India's women's team secured a 6-1 win over South Africa in the FIH Hockey World Cup, while the men's teams prepare for a high-stakes Pool D clash between India and Pakistan. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-secures-womens-hockey-win-ahead-of-mens-clash-with-pakistan ### 2026-08-19: India faces Pakistan in crucial 2026 Hockey World Cup match India faces Pakistan in a critical 2026 Hockey World Cup Group D match at Wagner Stadium in the Netherlands, needing a win to advance to the next round. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-faces-pakistan-in-crucial-2026-hockey-world-cup-match ### 2026-08-16: Hockey World Cup 2026: England defeats India men, India women thrash South Africa The 2026 Hockey World Cup sees England defeat India 4-2 in the men's tournament, while the Indian women's team secures a historic 6-1 victory over South Africa. 44 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fih-hockey-world-cup-spain-defeats-ireland-and-india-draws-with-china ### 2026-08-14: India opens Hockey World Cup with men's win and women's draw India's men's team opened the 2026 Hockey World Cup with a 3-1 win over Wales, while the women's team drew 2-2 against China in Amstelveen. 46 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-begins-2026-hockey-world-cup-campaign-against-wales ### 2026-08-12: FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 to begin in Belgium and Netherlands The 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup begins August 15 in Belgium and the Netherlands, featuring a new tournament format and high stakes for teams like India, Australia, and defending champions Germany. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/savita-punia-backs-indian-womens-hockey-team-for-world-cup-medal ### 2026-07-28: Indian women's hockey team departs for Europe ahead of 2026 World Cup India's women’s hockey team flew to Germany for two friendlies on July 31‑Aug 1, then to Amsterdam on Aug 2, before opening the 2026 World Cup in Pool D versus China on Aug 16. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-womens-hockey-team-departs-for-europe-ahead-of-2026-world-cup ### 2026-07-25: India's men's hockey team gears up for 2026 World Cup with August match schedule India's 20‑player men’s hockey team trains in Belgium and the Netherlands before the 2026 World Cup, opening on 15 Aug versus Wales and later facing England and Pakistan in Pool D. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-mens-hockey-team-gears-up-for-2026-world-cup-with-august-match-schedule ### 2026-07-20: Hockey World Cup preparations intensify for Wales men and India women Wales men trained in Spain ahead of a World Cup opener vs India, while India women qualified for the 2026 World Cup after wins in Hyderabad and New Zealand, preparing for Pool D in the Netherlands. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hockey-world-cup-preparations-intensify-for-wales-men-and-india-women ### 2026-07-04: India men's hockey defeats Germany, Netherlands in Pro League surge India's men’s hockey beat Germany and the Netherlands in the Pro League, boosting confidence ahead of the World Cup and Asian Games. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-mens-hockey-defeats-germany-netherlands-in-pro-league-surge --- Cite as: 2026 Field Hockey World Cup continues. 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