India Lose Men’s, Women’s Hockey Matches in Belgium FIH Pro League

In the FIH Pro League 2024-25 European leg, both the Indian men's and women's hockey teams suffered defeats against Belgium in Antwerp, extending their losing streaks. The Indian men's team lost 3-6 despite goals from Dilpreet Singh, Mandeep Singh, and Amit Rohidas, with Belgium dominating early and scoring six goals led by Arthur Van Doren and Alexander Hendrickx. The Indian women's team also faced a heavy 1-5 loss after initially taking the lead through Deepika, but Belgium responded with five goals from multiple players including Hélène Brasseur and Lucie Breyne. India’s men's team has lost seven consecutive matches in Europe, struggling to convert opportunities and succumbing to late-game errors, which dashed their hopes for direct World Cup qualification through the Pro League. The teams hope to improve in upcoming matches and aim for qualification via the Asia Cup later this year. Despite strong technical skills and moments of resilience, India’s hockey squads have been unable to maintain leads or withstand Belgium’s persistent pressure throughout these contests.