Hockey: India vs Germany last five meetings

Published at :August 8, 2024 at 11:36 PM

Modified at :August 8, 2024 at 11:36 PM

India lost their last match against Germany.

The world of men’s field hockey has long been dominated by two powerhouses: India and Germany. These teams have a rich history and continue to be major players on the international stage.

The Indian men’s hockey team, often called the “Men in Blue,” has a legendary status in hockey. They were unbeatable at the Olympics for many years, winning eight gold medals between 1928 and 1980. At one point, they didn’t lose a single Olympic game for 32 years! India has also won big tournaments like the World Cup, Asian Games, and Asian Champions Trophy several times.

Also Read: Hockey at Olympics: Full list of medal winners

Germany joined the top ranks of hockey a bit later but has made a big impact. They’ve won four Olympic gold medals and taken the World Cup title three times. In 2002, Germany surprised everyone by beating Australia to win the World Cup, showing they were now one of the best teams in the world.

While India and Germany aren’t traditional rivals like India and Pakistan, they’ve had some important matches against each other. Their most recent big game was at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021 due to COVID-19). India beat Germany 5-4 in an exciting match to win the bronze medal. This was a huge moment for India, as it was their first Olympic medal in hockey after 41 years.

Both teams continue to perform well in international hockey. India recently won gold medals at the 2022 Asian Games and 2023 Asian Champions Trophy. Germany remains a strong team in European competitions and global tournaments.

Also Read: Hockey: India vs Germany head-to-head record

India vs Germany hockey last five meetings

1. India 3-2 Germany (March 10, 2023)

This match was another close one. The first quarter ended goalless, with both defenses looking strong. India broke the deadlock right at the end of the second quarter, with Harmanpreet Singh scoring from a penalty corner in the last second.

India extended their lead in the second half, with Sukhjeet Singh scoring twice. Germany fought back late in the game, with Paul-Philipp Kaufmann and Michel Struthoff scoring to make it 3-2. In an exciting finish, Germany took off their goalkeeper for an extra outfield player in the last 5 minutes, but India’s defense held firm for the win.

2. India 6-3 Germany (March 13, 2023)

This was a high-scoring and exciting match. Germany actually scored first, with Tom Grambusch converting a penalty corner in the third minute. But India responded strongly. Jugraj Singh, Abhishek (who scored twice), Selvam Karthi (who also scored twice), and Harmanpreet Singh all found the net for India.

Germany managed to score two more goals through Gonzalo Peillat and Malte Hellwig, but couldn’t keep up with India’s attacking play. India’s defense, led by goalkeeper Sreejesh, held strong in the fourth quarter when Germany pushed hard and won several penalty corners.

3. India 3-0 Germany (June 1, 2024)

This was a strong performance by India. The first quarter was tight, but India broke through in the second quarter when Harmanpreet Singh scored from a penalty corner. In the third quarter, India took control. Sukhjeet Singh scored a beautiful goal in the 41st minute, controlling the ball well before hitting a reverse shot.

Just three minutes later, Gurjant Singh added a third goal, finishing off a team move that started from the halfway line. India’s goalkeeper PR Sreejesh played exceptionally well, making several crucial saves to keep a clean sheet.

4. India 2-3 Germany (June 8, 2024)

This was a closely fought match. Germany started strong, scoring two goals early in the first quarter. India improved in the second quarter, with Harmanpreet Singh scoring from a drag flick to make it 2-1. In the third quarter, Germany extended their lead to 3-1, with Gonzalo Peillat scoring his second goal from a penalty corner.

India fought back hard in the final quarter, with Sukhjeet Singh scoring to make it 3-2. The match ended dramatically, with Lalit Upadhyay and Jarmanpreet Singh both having chances to equalize for India in the final seconds. Jarmanpreet’s shot hit the post, and Germany held on for the win.

5. India 2-3 Germany (August 8, 2024)

India, ranked 5th in hockey, took an early lead through Harmanpreet Singh’s penalty corner goal. However, world no. 2 Germany bounced back and scored twice to take a 2-1 lead.

India equalized in the third quarter, but a late goal by Germany’s Marco Miltkau prevented India from reaching the Olympic hockey final for the first time since 1980

Let’s Look at overall head-to-head, breaking down into every facet.

India vs Germany last five matches

India: 3
Germany: 2
Draw: 0

India vs Germany overall head-to-Head

Olympics

Matches: 13
India: 5
Germany: 5
Draw: 3

Hockey World Cup

Matches: 8
India: 2
Germany: 4
Draw: 2

Champions Trophy

Matches: 16
India: 4
Germany: 9
Draw: 3

Hockey Pro League

Matches: 5
India: 4
Germany: 1
Draw: 0

Total

Matches: 107
India: 26
Germany: 54
Draws: 27

India vs Germany goals scored

India: 175
Germany: 230

India vs Germany biggest wins

Biggest India wins: 8-1 (Berlin Olympics 1936)
Biggest Germany wins: 7-1 (Montreal Olympics 1976)

For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Whatsapp & Telegram