India vs Netherlands LIVE Score, Women's Hockey World Cup 2026: India face off against co-hosts Netherlands in a highly-anticipated FIH Women's Hockey World Cup 2026 Pool E clash, in Amstelveen on Friday. It is India's first match in the second round, and they're up against the No. 1-ranked team in the world. India enter the second stage unbeaten, having produced an impressive 6-1 win over South Africa in the first round, as well as draws with higher-ranked opponents in China and England. Facing the Netherlands, however, India will come across a team accustomed to performing on the biggest stage and backed by home support.
Here are LIVE Score and Updates from IND vs NED, Women's FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, straight from Amstelveen:
India vs Netherlands Live: We are minutes away from the start!
Only minutes remain before the start of the match, but we are still awaiting the broadcast. The excitement is palpable at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen.
India vs Netherlands Live: Big threat for India!
India defended 12 penalty corners to keep a clean sheet against England. However, they face a much tougher challenge against the Netherlands, with Yibbi Jansen, arguably the world's best drag-flicker, leading the Dutch attack. Jansen has already scored six goals in the tournament.
India vs Netherlands Live: Big test awaits India!
Against the Netherlands, India will face a completely different challenge. In fact, this could be their toughest test of the tournament, even if they progress to the next round. The Netherlands, currently ranked No. 1 in the FIH Women's World Rankings, are three-time defending world champions and two-time defending Olympic champions. The Dutch have been flawless so far, beating Chile 2-0 and Australia 4-2 before rounding off the pool stage with a thumping 9-0 win over Japan.
India vs Netherlands Live: India's path so far!
India qualified for the second round after collecting five points from three matches. Sjoerd Marijne's side started their campaign with a 2-2 draw against Olympic silver medallists China, before thrashing South Africa 6-1 and then playing out a goalless draw against England.
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