The Indian Men’s Hockey Team is preparing to compete against Spain in the upcoming match at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela as part of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24. After a successful 4-1 victory against Spain in the Bhubaneswar leg, the Indian team is poised to bring their best performance to the upcoming match.
Having already played four matches in the Pro League, India has demonstrated their strength with wins against Spain and Ireland, as well as a close 2-2 draw against the Netherlands, resulting in a bonus point victory for India. Reflecting on their performance in the Pro League so far, the captain of the Indian Men’s Hockey Team, Harmanpreet Singh, acknowledged the challenges posed by their formidable opponents and the valuable learning opportunities presented by each match. With an eye towards the Paris 2024 Olympics, Singh expressed the team’s strong determination to test their skills once again by taking on Spain in Rourkela.
Following their match against Spain, India is scheduled to compete against the Netherlands, Australia, and Ireland on February 21, 24, and 25, respectively. On the other hand, Spain, who suffered defeats at the hands of India, Australia, and the Netherlands, are determined to bounce back and are focused on honing their strategies in penalty corners and attacking play as they prepare to face India once again.
With both teams eager to secure a victory, the showdown between India and Spain promises to be an intense and closely contested match. The upcoming game against Spain holds great significance for both teams, offering a valuable opportunity for them to test their abilities and refine their tactics in preparation for future tournaments.
The match against Spain is scheduled to take place at 1930 hrs on February 19 and will be broadcasted on JioCinema, with India matches also being telecast on Sports18 – Khel.