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India crushes South Korea 8-0 to lead Asian Champions Trophy group
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 09:46 PM
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The Indian men's hockey team defeated South Korea 8-0 in the group stage of the 2026 Asian Champions Trophy, moving to the top of the points table.
New Delhi – In the opening round of the 2026 Asian Champions Trophy, the Indian men's hockey side delivered a dominant performance, beating South Korea 8-0. The win came in the group stage, where India scored at regular intervals, showcasing clinical finishing and tight defensive work.
The victory propelled India to the summit of the group standings, giving them a clear advantage as the tournament moves into the knockout phase. Coaches highlighted the team's cohesion and the effectiveness of set‑piece routines that unsettled the Korean defense.
With a perfect record in the group, India now sets its sights on the championship title, aiming to maintain the momentum against other top Asian contenders in the upcoming semifinals.
The match, played under bright conditions, also saw several young players earn valuable international exposure, reinforcing the squad’s depth ahead of future competitions.
Overall, the emphatic win reinforces India's status as a leading force in Asian hockey and raises expectations for a title run.
The victory propelled India to the summit of the group standings, giving them a clear advantage as the tournament moves into the knockout phase. Coaches highlighted the team's cohesion and the effectiveness of set‑piece routines that unsettled the Korean defense.
With a perfect record in the group, India now sets its sights on the championship title, aiming to maintain the momentum against other top Asian contenders in the upcoming semifinals.
The match, played under bright conditions, also saw several young players earn valuable international exposure, reinforcing the squad’s depth ahead of future competitions.
Overall, the emphatic win reinforces India's status as a leading force in Asian hockey and raises expectations for a title run.