Despite being placed in a tricky Pool D alongside England, China and South Africa for the FIH Hockey women's World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands, India chief coach Sjoerd Marijne expressed confidence that his side is prepared for the tough challenge ahead and capable of executing their style of play consistently.
Led by Salima Tete,the Indian Women’s Hockey Team left for Brussels via London, marking the beginning of their participation in the European segment of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023-24.
The Dutch returned to winning ways after a shoot-out loss to hosts India a couple of days ago as they produced an assertive performance to beat Spain 3-0.
The Netherlands' dominant victory over the United States extends their winning streak to start the 2023/24 season to five games.
India overcame Egupt 6-4 to finish fifth in the FIH Hockey5s Men’s World Cup in Muscat, Oman.
Along with that, the 45-year-old coach was happy that Udita got two goals in the match against Italy on Tuesday.
According to the FIH, Oman had already expressed an interest to bid at an early stage, during the bidding phase.
India will take on hosts Great Britain on Saturday.
