India men’s hockey team loses 8-0 to Argentina in FIH Pro League at Rourkela
India Suffer 0-8 Loss To Argentina In Pro League
India men’s hockey team endured a heavy defeat against Argentina in the FIH Men’s Pro League at the Birsa Munda Stadium in Rourkela, conceding eight goals without reply in a one-sided contest.
India Vs Argentina FIH Pro League Result
Argentina took control early in the match and maintained pressure throughout all four quarters. India had an opportunity to score in the opening phase through a penalty stroke, but the chance was saved, allowing Argentina to seize momentum soon after.
The visitors entered the first break with the lead and quickly widened the margin in the second quarter through fast counterattacks and efficient circle penetration.
Argentina Goal Scorers And Match Flow
Forward Tomas Domene led the scoring with four goals, while additional goals came from Tomas Ruiz, Ignacio Ibarra, Nicolas Della Torre and Lucio Mendez. Argentina scored five times during a dominant second quarter spell that effectively decided the outcome before halftime.
India struggled to maintain defensive structure and allowed repeated entries inside the shooting circle, with Argentina converting multiple field chances.
India Hockey Team Performance Analysis
The Indian side showed brief attacking phases but could not convert opportunities into goals. Passing errors in midfield and gaps in marking contributed to repeated concessions.
No goals were scored in the third quarter, but Argentina added another late strike to complete the 8-0 scoreline. The result marks one of India’s heaviest defeats in recent Pro League competition as the team prepares for upcoming fixtures.
