Germany Defend Hockey World Cup Crown with Narrow Final Win
What Happened
Germany retained the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup title after defeating Spain 1-0 in the 2026 final in Belgium. Michel Struthoff scored the lone goal as Germany secured their fourth world championship, equalling the tournament record.
Key Takeaways
Despite Spain dominating much of the possession, Germany's defence held firm to successfully defend the title they won in 2023. The victory further cements Germany's status as one of international hockey's most successful teams.