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Hockey World Cup 2023: Here are all results for January 14 and current standings

What are the four groups? What are the current standings of teams in Pool B and Pool C? What are the qualification rules from the group stage? What does Team India stand in its respective pool? Know all details

Aachal Maniyar Written By: Aachal Maniyar New Delhi Published on: January 14, 2023 23:32 IST
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The 2023 FIH Men's Hockey World Cup started with a bang on January 13 with 16 teams fighting for the glorious trophy which will be handed to the winner on the 29th of January. The second day of the tournament concluded with eight matches between teams from Pool B and Pool C.

What are the four groups?

Pool A - Australia, Argentina, France and South Africa. 

Pool B - Belgium, Germany, Korea and Japan.
Pool C - Netherlands, New Zealand, Malaysia and Chile.
Pool D -  India, England, Spain and Wales.

Here's a look at the round-up for the 14th of January and the standings:

  • New Zealand defeated Chile 3-1
  • Netherlands defeated Malaysia 4-0
  • Belgium defeated Korea 5-0
  • Germany defeated Japan 3-0

What are the current standings of teams in Pool B and Pool C?

  • Pool B Standings

Belgium are at the top position with 3 points by winning the first game and having a goal difference of 5. They are followed by Germany with 3 points as well from the first match but their goal difference is 3. When it comes to the third and fourth positions, Japan and Korea have taken the spots, respectively.

  • Pool C Standings

The Netherlands are at the top of the table with 3 points by winning the first game and having a goal difference of 4. They are followed by New Zealand with 3 points as well from the first match but their goal difference is 2. When it comes to the third and fourth positions, Chile and Malaysia have bagged the spots, respectively.

What are the qualification rules from the group stage?

Each of the 16 teams divided into four groups i.e A, B, C and D will play three matches each against teams of their pools. The team that will top the table will advance directly to the quarterfinals. On the other hand, the teams on the second and third spots will play the crossover matches starting on January 22.

What does Team India stand in its respective pool?
India stands in the second position followed by England in Pool D after thrashing Spain in the opening match. While India's goal difference is 2, Team England's goal difference is 5.

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