India eliminated from 2026 World Cup semi-final race after 3-5 loss to Argentina

India’s men’s hockey team lost 3-5 to Argentina at the 2026 Hockey World Cup on August 24, 2026, ending their run in the tournament’s semi-final race.

Two early goals put India on the back foot, and poor passing and missed penalty corners hurt their comeback hopes.

Sukhjeet scored twice and Hardik converted a penalty stroke. India will now play for seventh or eighth place.