Women’s Pro League: Spain Triumphs Over India 4-3 in a Thrilling Clash

In an intense clash at the FIH Pro League, the Indian Women’s Hockey team suffered a narrow 3-4 defeat against Spain at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar. The match saw thrilling action, with both teams displaying high levels of skill and determination.

India took an early lead in the second quarter when Baljeet Kaur netted a goal in the 19th minute, igniting hopes for the home team. However, Spain responded swiftly, equalizing just two minutes later through a well-placed strike from Sofia Rogoski. The momentum shifted further in Spain’s favor as Estel Petchame capitalized on an opportunity to give her team a 2-1 lead in the same quarter.

Determined to turn things around, India came back strongly in the third quarter. Sakshi Rana found the equalizer in the 38th minute, bringing the scoreline to 2-2. The home team continued their attacking momentum, and Rutaja Dadaso Pisal put India ahead with a goal in the 45th minute, closing the quarter at 3-2 in India’s favor.

However, Spain displayed remarkable resilience in the final quarter. They intensified their attack and managed to score twice, overturning the deficit and securing a hard-fought 4-3 victory over India. The defeat was a tough one for India, as they had shown great promise throughout the match but were unable to hold on to their lead in the closing moments.

Meanwhile, in the Men’s FIH Pro Hockey League, the highly anticipated match between India and Germany was underway at the same venue. As per the latest updates, Germany was leading 1-0. Fans eagerly await to see if India can stage a comeback in this crucial encounter.

The Indian Women’s team will now focus on their upcoming matches in the tournament, aiming to bounce back stronger.