India faced a heartbreaking 3-4 defeat to Belgium in penalties after a 3-3 draw in regular time, concluding their campaign at the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026.
India's campaign ended at the World Cup (Image Source: X/@TheHockeyIndia)
Aug 29, 2026
12:51 am
What's the storyIndian men's hockey team suffered a heartbreaking defeat against Belgium in the 7/8th classification match of the Men's Hockey World Cup 2026.
The match, held at the Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre, ended with a penalty shootout after both teams were tied at 3-3 during regular time.
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