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AICHI-NAGOYA, JAPAN — The Pakistan national hockey team made a powerful statement in their Asian Games 2026 opener, routing Thailand 9–0 in a completely one-sided encounter. From the opening whistle, Pakistan showed relentless attacking energy, pinning Thailand back in their own half and converting chances with clinical efficiency. The highlight of the match belonged to Ahmed Nadeem, who put on a goal-scoring masterclass by netting a sensational hat-trick to spearhead the at

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has formally requested the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) to shift the 2026 Men’s Asian Champions Trophy, or Pakistan’s matches in the tournament, to a neutral venue. According to the PHF, the request has been made in view of the current sensitive bilateral situation between Pakistan and India. The federation said the move is aimed at ensuring a safe, dignified and conducive environment for Pakistani players and officials. The PHF has made

Argentina have been crowned champions of the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup after defeating hosts and world No. 1 Netherlands 3–1 in a dramatic penalty shootout in the final. The two sides battled through a tense final before Argentina held their nerve in the shootout to secure a memorable victory over the Dutch on home soil. The triumph marks Argentina’s third Women’s Hockey World Cup title, adding another major chapter to the nation’s proud hockey history. For the Netherlands

India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan in a thrilling Hockey World Cup clash on Wednesday to secure their place in the second stage of the tournament. India dominated the opening quarter and quickly established control, with captain Harmanpreet Singh converting a penalty corner in the fifth minute before Abhishek doubled the advantage with a superb individual field goal in the 11th minute. Harmanpreet struck again in the 21st minute to put India 3-0 ahead, but Pakistan responded

Pakistan’s campaign at the 2026 Hockey World Cup is set to begin on August 15, with the Green Shirts facing a challenging group featuring higher-ranked opponents, including England and India. Pakistan will open their tournament against England on August 15 at 10:00 pm (PKT) before taking on Wales on August 17 at 3:30 pm (PKT). The most anticipated fixture of the group stage will see Pakistan lock horns with arch-rivals India on August 19 at 6:00 pm (PKT). The International Ho

Pakistan hockey captain Ammad Butt has issued an emotional statement following the conclusion of the national team’s FIH Pro League campaign, apologising to fans for the disappointing results while urging authorities to take immediate action to revive the sport. In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Butt accepted responsibility for the team’s performances, saying the results “are not favourable” and apologising “to the whole nation.” He thanked supporters who continu

Pakistan’s struggles in the FIH Pro League continued as they were handed a heavy 5-1 defeat by Spain, marking their 10th consecutive loss in the competition. Spain dominated the match from the start, controlling possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities. Despite showing moments of promise, Pakistan’s defense was unable to contain the Spanish attack, which found the net five times during the contest. Pakistan managed to score once, but it was not enough to challen

Pakistan’s struggles in the FIH Pro League continued as they were handed a crushing 7-1 defeat by world-ranked Belgium, marking their ninth consecutive loss in the tournament. Facing one of the strongest sides in international hockey, the Men in Green found it difficult to contain Belgium’s relentless attacking play throughout the match. The European giants dominated possession and capitalized on several scoring opportunities to secure a comfortable victory. Pakistan managed

Lahore: Serious concerns have been raised regarding the preparation and training environment of Pakistan’s national hockey team ahead of crucial international competitions, with allegations of poor facilities, outdated coaching methods, and inadequate player welfare. According to criticism emerging from within the hockey community, Pakistan successfully qualified for the Hockey World Cup after finishing runners-up in the qualifying tournament in Egypt despite limited preparat

Pakistan hockey $40 allowance sparks debate as Abdul Hannan Shahid questions player support despite World Cup qualification success.

LAHORE: Pakistan will reignite one of sport’s most iconic rivalries when they face India on August 19 in the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 , following the official schedule announcement by the International Hockey Federation on Wednesday. The tournament, set to run from August 15 to 30, will be co-hosted by Belgium and Netherlands , featuring 16 of the world’s top teams in what promises to be a spectacle of elite international hockey. Placed in Pool D, Pakistan will fa

The stage is set for a high-voltage showdown as Pakistan national field hockey team have been placed in a challenging Pool D alongside arch-rivals India national field hockey team for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 . According to the official pool announcement, Pool D also features England national field hockey team and Wales national field hockey team , making it one of the most competitive groups in the tournament. The Pakistan-India clash is expected to be the h

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a cash reward of Rs1.5 million for each member of the Pakistan men’s national field hockey team in recognition of their outstanding performance in the recent FIH Hockey World Cup qualifiers. The announcement came after Pakistan’s hockey team delivered an impressive campaign in the qualifiers, securing a place in the upcoming World Cup and reviving hopes for the revival of the country’s national sport. During a ceremony, the Prime

Pakistan secured a long-awaited return to the FIH Hockey World Cup after eight years by defeating Japan’s national mens hockey team 4-3 in the semi-final of the qualifying tournament, marking a major milestone for the national side despite recent off-field turmoil. The Pakistan mens national field hockey team produced a spirited performance to book their place in the global showpiece. Pakistan struck once in the opening quarter before adding three more goals in the fourth q

Pakistan hockey captain Ammad Butt has credited his teammates for their impressive performance after the national side secured a place in the semi-final of the FIH Hockey Nations Cup , saying the team is determined to win the crucial knockout clash and move closer to World Cup qualification. 🏑🇵🇰 Speaking after the team’s qualification, Ammad Butt said the players deserved full credit for their efforts and commitment throughout the tournament. “Alhamdulillah, we have quali

LAHORE: Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board , Mohsin Naqvi , met members of Pakistan’s national hockey team in Lahore, where players briefed him about the unpleasant incidents they faced during the Pro Hockey League. During the meeting, the hockey players highlighted issues of mistreatment and administrative shortcomings that occurred during the league. Expressing regret over the alleged unfair treatment of the players, Naqvi assured them that they would be fully accommoda

LAHORE: Outgoing President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), Tariq Bugti , has resigned from his position and announced a two-year ban on national team captain Imad Butt , barring him from both domestic and international hockey. Addressing a press conference in Lahore, Bugti confirmed that he had sent his resignation to the Prime Minister. In a significant decision before stepping down, he declared that Imad Butt would not be eligible to play any form of hockey for th

LAHORE: Pakistan national hockey team captain Amad Shakeel Butt has launched a scathing attack on the team management and the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), alleging severe mismanagement, broken promises and humiliating treatment during the recent Australia tour. Addressing a packed press conference upon return from the World Cup qualifying round, Butt revealed that players were left stranded without proper hotel bookings, forced to cook their own meals, wash utensils fo

LAHORE: Pakistan national hockey team captain Amad Butt has made explosive revelations about the team’s treatment during their recent tour of Australia, announcing that he is unwilling to continue working with the current management following what he described as severe mismanagement and humiliation. Speaking to media upon the team’s return after their World Cup qualifying round exit, Butt alleged that players were forced to clean kitchens, wash dishes, do laundry and scrub

ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif has taken serious notice of alleged mismanagement during Pakistan’s national men’s hockey team tour to Australia for the FIH Pro League, directing authorities to conduct a formal inquiry and fix responsibility on those involved, the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) announced on Tuesday. According to the PSB, the federal government has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the administrative lapses that reportedly marred the team’s arrangements du