India vs Netherlands Live Updates, Men's Hockey World Cup 2026: Dutch restore two-goal cushion after Harmanpreet's strike
Live Updates
2026-08-22T21:06:43+05:30
INDIA 1-3 NETHERLANDS
Netherlands [Duco Telgenkamp 41', Tjep Hoedemakers 51', Thijs van Dam 55']
India [Harmanpreet Singh 52']
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2026-08-22T21:10:13+05:30
Into the final minute of the match
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2026-08-22T21:08:47+05:30
Foul from India to lose the possession
Netherlands gets back the possession and will be on the attack now
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2026-08-22T21:07:30+05:30
Goal number three for Netherlands
The most dominant goal by Netherlands as it was three strikers against the goalkeeper and a fantastic finish for Thijs van Dam.
With this goal, India's chances in this match has almost ended. Four minutes to go at the moment, and they need to score two goals for equaliser and more to win
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2026-08-22T21:04:14+05:30
Free hit for India just outside the circle
India is on the attack yet again.
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2026-08-22T21:02:14+05:30
Harmanpreet scores
India has pulled back one with this PC goal. A phenomenal drag flick to the right corner of the goal and they have made a crucial goal here with 8 and a half minutes remaining on the clock.
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2026-08-22T21:01:25+05:30
Re-penalty corner for India
They will get another chance but the first rush has been phenomenal by the Dutch defenders
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2026-08-22T21:00:43+05:30
India has got another PC for themselves
Can India pull back one goal here? If not, their chances are fading away pretty quickly
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2026-08-22T20:59:52+05:30
India lost the referral
India will restart with the long corner
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2026-08-22T20:59:35+05:30
India has asked for a video referral once again
They are claiming a PC as the defender deliberately pushed the ball across the baseline
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2026-08-22T20:57:47+05:30
Goal number two for Netherlands
That is another outstanding goal by the Netherlands. A counter attack and a fantastic final touch just in front of the goal to get another goal for the Dutch and now it seems extremely difficult for India to make a comeback from this point.
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2026-08-22T20:54:52+05:30
India is still on the attack
Free hit just outside the circle
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2026-08-22T20:54:09+05:30
Fantastic save by the Netherlands' goalkeeper
That was a phenomenal on target attempt by Sanjay but an even better save by the goalkeeper to keep Netherlands in the leading position
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2026-08-22T20:52:57+05:30
Another successful review for India
India will get another PC opportunity to get the equaliser.
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2026-08-22T20:52:35+05:30
Amit Rohidas misses
Rohidas misses the opportunity, but they have asked for a video referral.
As Harmanpreet wasn't on the field Rohidas took the opportunity but couldn't score as well.
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India are currently third in Pool E and must win to stay alive in the semi-finals race
7:15 pm: Hello and welcome to Khel Now’s live blog for the India vs Netherlands Pool E match in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026. Please wait for the blog to load!
The Indian men’s hockey team face a stern test against the Netherlands as they begin their second-stage campaign at the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026, which is being held simultaneously for both men and women.
With the Netherlands crowned Olympic champions at Paris 2024, the fixture presents India with a formidable challenge as the tournament enters a decisive phase.
India will face the Dutch on August 22, before taking on Argentina on August 24 at 6:15 pm IST. Unlike the women’s team, the Indian men’s team will enter the second stage without carrying forward any points from Pool D.
Indian men's hockey team are back in action!! 🇮🇳🏑Harmanpreet Singh's side start their campaign in Stage 2 against reigning Olympic champions and three-time World Cup winners Netherlands 🇳🇱.Sitting third in Pool E with 0 points, India need a win to stay alive in the… pic.twitter.com/uNSXwqwhL0
— Khel Now (@KhelNow) August 22, 2026
That advantage will belong to unbeaten England, who defeated India 4-2 before finishing at the top of Pool D and progressing to the next stage.
India secured second place with a convincing 5-3 victory over Pakistan, having earlier opened their campaign with a 3-1 win against Wales.
The win over Pakistan was particularly significant, as India displayed greater attacking fluency and finished the pool stage on a strong note.
However, the reset in the second stage means the team will need to start afresh against a Netherlands side that combines technical quality with tactical discipline.
Facing the World No.1 and three-time winners, the contest offers India an opportunity to measure itself against the highest level of international hockey. A strong start to the second stage will be crucial for India while entering a phase where every performance could have a major bearing on the road to the semi-finals.
Where and when will India vs Netherlands Pool E match take place at FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026?
The Pool E match will be played at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen on August 22 (Saturday). It is scheduled to begin at 7:30 pm IST.
What is the overall head-to-head between India and Netherlands in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026?
India and Netherlands have clashed seven times in the tournament history, with the Dutch winning six of those meetings and one match ending in a draw.
What are the standings in Pool E ahead of the India vs Netherlands match?
England are top of Pool E with three points while Netherlands at second place also have the same number of points, but are behind on goals scored (1 to 2 England). India and Argentina are third and fourth respectively in the Pool and are without a point.
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Kaivalya R Pillai is a sports enthusiast who loves writing about different games and believes sport can teach some of life's most valuable lessons. His primary interests are tennis, kabaddi, badminton, and cricket, but his curiosity extends to every sport and the stories they create.