FIH Women's Hockey World Cup 2026 Points Table Round 2 Updated: India go bottom of Pool E after Netherlands loss
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The top teams from Pools E & F advance to the semis
The first group stage of the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026 concluded on Thursday, with all 16 teams completing their three matches. The top two teams from each group advanced to the second round, keeping their hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive.
Under the new format, the eight qualified teams have been divided into two groups of four. Teams that were part of the same first-round group will not face each other in Round 2. At the end of the second stage, the top two teams from Pools E & F will advance to the knockout stage.
The Indian women’s hockey team are in Pool E alongside reigning champions Netherlands, Paris Olympics silver medallist China and two-time winners Australia. India started their campaign in Round 2, with a 0-2 loss against the Dutch.
Here’s a look at the pools where the teams will battle for a place in the semifinals.
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Pool E Standings
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points |
| 1 | Netherlands | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 9 |
| 2 | China | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 2 |
| 3 | Australia | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 1 |
| 4 | India | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 1 |
Pool F Standings
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points |
| 1 | Argentina | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 | Belgium | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 3 | Spain | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 1 |
| 4 | Germany | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 0 |
The classification breakdown
While the eight teams above will compete for a place in the semifinals, two more pools will determine the remaining classification positions.
The teams that finished third and fourth in their respective first-round groups have been divided into two groups of four. Their standings will determine the matchups for the 9th-to-16th-place classification games.
Pool G Standings
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points |
| 1 | England | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 9 |
| 2 | Japan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| 3 | South Africa | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 4 |
| 4 | Chile | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 10 | -7 | 0 |
Pool H Standings
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points |
| 1 | United States | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 2 | Scotland | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 | Ireland | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | New Zealand | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 1 |
How many teams will qualify for semi-finals after Round 2 of FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026?
The top two teams from each Pool (Pool E & F) will qualify for the semi-finals of the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026.
What is India’s current position in Pool E of Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026?
India are currently at the bottom of Pool E after losing their match against the Netherlands. They carried over the draw against China from Round 1 into this stage of the tournament.
Who will India play in Round 2 of FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026?
India will next face Australia in their one remaining match in Stage 2. The match will be played on August 23 (Sunday) and is scheduled to begin at 10:30 pm IST.
Can India still qualify for the semi-finals of Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026?
Yes, India can still qualify for the semi-finals. They will need to defeat Australia in their last match and hope the Netherlands beat China in the other remaining match in Pool E.
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