The Indian Men’s Hockey Team is set to face off against Spain in the Rourkela leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24. The highly anticipated match is scheduled for Monday at the iconic Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium.
In their previous encounter in the Bhubaneswar leg, India secured a 4-1 victory against Spain, showcasing their exceptional prowess on the field. The team’s performance in the Pro League has been commendable, with wins against Spain and Ireland by margins of 4-1 and 1-0, respectively. However, they faced a tough challenge in a 4-6 loss to Australia and a 2-2 draw against the Netherlands, where they claimed the bonus point after a penalty shootout.
Harmanpreet Singh, the captain of the Indian Men’s Hockey Team, expressed his thoughts on the upcoming match, stating, “Spain and all the other teams here are hard to play against. These matches are crucial for us as we prepare for the Paris 2024 Olympics. We have learned a lot from our previous encounters and are eager to test ourselves once again against Spain in Rourkela.”
Following their much-anticipated clash with Spain, India is scheduled to compete against the Netherlands on February 21, Australia on February 24, and Ireland on February 25, promising an action-packed series of matches for fans and enthusiasts.
On the other hand, Spain is determined to turn the tables in their favor after facing defeats against India, Australia, and the Netherlands, with scores of 1-4, 3-4, and 0-3, respectively. However, they displayed resilience in their final match of the Bhubaneswar leg, securing a 4-2 victory against Ireland.
Spain’s captain, Marc Miralles, expressed his team’s determination, stating, “We want to win every game, and the game against India is no different. We are focused on improving our strategy for penalty corners and movement in the attacking circle. We are confident that we can give India a tough contest.”
The highly anticipated showdown between India and Spain is set to take place at 19:30 hrs on February 19 and will be followed by a series of thrilling matches in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24. Fans can catch all the action live on JioCinema, with India matches being telecast on Sports18 – Khel.
As the excitement builds up for this exhilarating clash, both teams are prepared to leave no stone unturned in their quest for victory, making it a must-watch event for hockey enthusiasts around the world.