Doha: Netherlands once again delivered an outstanding performance with an 8–0 win over Japan to underline their status as leading title contenders, with 18 goals scored and none conceded so far in the FIH Pro League.
The United States also maintained their strong form with a solid 4–0 victory against Korea, while Germany collected a second consecutive win by defeating India 3–1.
The day’s biggest emotion came in the closing match, as hosts Chile ignited celebrations in the stands with a dramatic 1–0 victory over Malaysia that keeps them alive in Pool A ahead of a decisive clash with Japan on Friday.
New Zealand and Uruguay produced the most entertaining draw of the day, a 3–3 result that leaves the battle in their pool wide open, while the programme had opened with Ireland’s 4–1 win over Namibia, in which the European side controlled proceedings from the start.
