India Beat Germany 3-1, Seal Best Women's Hockey World Cup Finish in 52 Years
What Happened
The Indian women's hockey team defeated Germany 3-1 in the 5th-place classification match at the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup 2026. After a goalless first half, Ishika Chaudhary opened the scoring before Navneet Kaur struck twice to put India in control. Germany pulled one back late, but India held on comfortably.
Key Takeaways
India finished 5th, its second-best result ever at a Women's Hockey World Cup and its best finish in 52 years, since placing 4th in the inaugural 1974 edition.