India vs Spain Hockey Highlights Spain Defeats India 4-1 in Men's FIH Junior World Cup 2023
India vs Spain Hockey Men's FIH Junior World Cup Highlights: IND 1-4 ESP
- 1' IND 0-1 ESP (Pol Cabre Verdiell Scores)
- 18' IND 0-2 ESP (Andreas Rafi Scores)
- 33' IND 1-2 ESP (Rohit Scores)
- 41' IND 1-3 ESP (Pol Cabre Verdiell Scores)
- 60' IND 1-4 ESP (Andreas Rafi Scores)
After a promising start in the FIH Men's Hockey Junior World Cup 2023, India faces the challenge of avoiding complacency in their upcoming clash against Spain in the second Pool C match on December 7, 2023 at 5:30 PM IST.
Spain, holding a bronze medal from the 2005 edition in Rotterdam, poses a formidable threat as India's most challenging opponent in the pool, with Canada being the other team.

India vs Spain Hockey Men's FIH Junior World Cup: Highlights
IND 1 - 4 ESP: Full Time Statistics

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IND 1 - 4 ESP | Full Time
The final whistle marks Spain's triumph in a well-fought match against India.
In a commanding performance, Spain secures victory with a final score of IND 1 - 4 ESP at Full Time
IND 1 - 4 ESP | Penalty
GOAL!
Andreas Rafi successfully converts the penalty, scoring for Spain and extending their lead significantly.
IND 1 - 4 ESP
IND 1 - 3 ESP
With less than two minutes left for the final whistle, Spain has an excellent opportunity, but the Indian defense makes a wonderful save, denying the scoring chance.
IND 1 - 3 ESP
Three consecutive attempts from the penalty corner, but the keeper makes three significant saves, denying India a goal.
India unable to convert and secure a goal from the penalty corner.
IND 1 - 3 ESP
With 5 minutes remaining until the final whistle, India wins a penalty corner, presenting a crucial opportunity for them to make a comeback.
IND 1 - 3 ESP
Spain initiates another counter-attack, and Cabre takes a shot from the left, but it goes wide. A missed opportunity for Spain to extend their lead.
IND 1 - 3 ESP | Yellow Card
Bobby Singh Dhami receives a yellow card for a foul tackle, resulting in a 5-minute suspension for him in the match.
IND 1 - 3 ESP
Araijeet attempts his magic, seeking an opening, but faces challenges with intense man-marking. Spain regains ball possession.
IND 1 - 3 ESP
IND 1 - 3 ESP | End of 3rd Quarter
The third quarter concludes, and Spain maintains the lead with a score of IND 1 - 3 ESP
IND 1 - 3 ESP | Green Card
As the third quarter nears its end, India earns a penalty corner, but once again, the referee shows the green card to Guiu Corominas.
IND 1 - 3 ESP | GOAL
GOAL!
Spain gets a penalty corner, a challenging situation for India. Cabre Verdiell takes the chance and secures his second goal, extending Spain's lead.
IND 1 - 3 ESP
IND 1 - 2 ESP
India attempts a long shot but fails to secure possession in their effort to level the game. They appear more positive and strong in the second half.
IND 1 - 2 ESP
GOAL!
Rohit secures a goal this time, seizing the opportunity, and India is back in the game. Inaky Zaldua received a green card earlier for an early run.
IND 1 - 2 ESP
IND 0 - 2 ESP
India seizes another penalty corner chance as Sudeep earns an opportunity. The Spanish team blocks it. Spain has a defender less with a green card for an early run.
IND 0 - 2 ESP | Second Half Resumes
The second half begins, and within 30 seconds, India earns their first penalty corner—a crucial opportunity. Rohit attempts a shot after a switch but fails to secure a goal.
IND 0 - 2 ESP
IND vs ESP: First Half Statistics

First-half stats:Spain leads with a strong performance, while India aims for a comeback in the match.
IND 0 - 2 ESP
IND 0 - 2 ESP | End of First Half

The first half concludes with Spain leading India by two goals. Both teams regroup to discuss their playing strategy. Spain is in a positive mood with a substantial lead.
IND 0 - 2 ESP | End of First Half
IND 0 - 2 ESP
With just 2 minutes left in the first half, India, trailing by 2 goals, seeks an opportunity to bounce back. Sudeep takes an excellent shot, but the keeper makes a crucial block.
IND 0 - 2 ESP
India attempts to gain ground with a back pass, followed by a long pass to the striker. The striker takes a shot, but the keeper makes a solid block.
Long Corner awarded to India.
IND 0 - 2 ESP
India, trailing by 2 goals, experiences intense pressure from Spain's counter-attacks, with Spain dominating the match and effectively dismantling the Indian offensive efforts.
IND 0 - 2 ESP | GOAL
GOAL Awarded!
After the final review, the referee confirms Andreas Rafi's goal for Spain.
IND 0 - 2 ESP
IND 0 - 1 ESP
India commits a foul, awarding Spain another penalty corner, with consecutive opportunities.
Andreas Rafi takes his chance this time and scores! Though the goal is under review.
IND 0 - 1 ESP | First Quarter
End of the first quarter, both teams regroup for a strategic change and refreshments.
IND 0 - 1 ESP | First Quarter
IND 0 - 1 ESP
India is striving to regain control and turn the situation around after conceding the early goal. Rafi takes his turn and earns another penalty corner for spain!
IND 0 - 1 ESP
Spain earns another penalty corner chance. Cabre Verdiell takes the shot, but it goes wide!
IND 0 - 1 ESP | Green Card
Nicolas Alvarez receives a green card for delaying the penalty corner.
IND 0 - 1 ESP
Borras attempts a long finish, but the Indian keeper makes a nice save. Cabre Verdiell initiates another attack, earning a penalty corner.
IND 0 - 1 ESP
Spain dominates early with strategic play, securing the area. India struggles to gain possession.
IND 0 - 1 ESP | GOAL
GOAL!
The match begins and Spain takes an early lead with a backhand strike past the goalkeeper. Cabre Verdiell scores the opening goal.
IND 0 - 1 ESP
Despite Spain's past achievements, India is poised to enter the match as the favored team based on their current form. The team must guard against any sense of complacency to secure another positive outcome. The final pool match for India is against Canada scheduled for Saturday, adding to the stakes of their performance against Spain.
India's early success in the FIH Men's Hockey Junior World Cup 2023 sets the stage for a crucial encounter against Spain, their strongest pool opponent. The team must stay focused and avoid complacency to maintain their winning momentum and secure a favorable position heading into the subsequent matches.
FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2023: India squad
Goalkeepers: Mohith HS, Ranvijay Singh Yadav
Defenders: Sukhvinder, Amandeep Lakra, Rohit, Sunil JoJo, Amir Ali
Midfielders: Vishnukant Singh, Poovanna CB, Rajinder Singh, Amandeep, Aditya Singh
Forwards: Uttam Singh (captain), Aditya Lalage, Araijeet Singh Hundal (vice-captain), Sourabh Anand Kushwaha, Sudeep Chirmako, Boby Singh Dhami
Reserves: Yogember Rawat, Sunit Lakra


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