India secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Ireland in their Pool B match at the Paris Olympics, thanks to a brace from captain Harmanpreet Singh. The win propels India to the top of the pool, with seven points from three matches.
Harmanpreet Singh scored via penalty stroke and penalty corner in the first half to give India a win.
Dominant first half by Indian Hockey
The first half witnessed a dominant display from the Indian team, with Harmanpreet scoring two field goals to give his side a comfortable lead. While the second half saw a drop in intensity, India managed to hold on to their advantage, securing an important victory.
Indian Hockey Team eyes quarterfinals
The win boosts India’s confidence and sets them up well for the remaining pool matches. The team will be aiming to maintain their momentum and secure a place in the quarterfinals.
Harmanpreet Singh’s heroics have once again put him in the spotlight, as he continues to be India’s talisman in the tournament.
The win over Ireland is a significant step forward for the Indian team, and they will be looking to build on this momentum in the upcoming matches.