Ismailia, Egypt: England defeated Pakistan 4–1 in the final of the FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers in Ismailia, Egypt on Saturday, capping a dominant campaign which saw them secure their place at the global tournament in August, along with Pakistan.
In the bronze medal match, Japan came from two goals down to beat Malaysia 5–4, although both teams could celebrate qualification for the FIH Hockey World Cup. Japan secured their place by claiming the bronze medal, while Malaysia also booked their ticket as the highest-ranked fourth-place finishers across the two qualifying tournaments.
