Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025: India Reach Semi-Finals With A Thrilling Win In Penalty Shootout Over Belgium
The Indian men’s junior hockey world cup team held onto their nerves with a thrilling win over Belgium in the 4 th quarterfinals played at Major Radhakrishnan Stadium, Chennai on 5 th December 2025. Belgium started on a positive note right from the first quarter with a lovely save by Indian goalkeeper Princedeep Singh. A nice aerial pass and Manmeet shot was brilliant denied by Belgium goalkeeper Van Havere Alexis. India was awarded the first penalty corner but Shardanad Tiwari shot was saved by Alexis. The Indian defense was caught off guard as Cornez Massant Gaspard scored a lovely goal in 13 th minute to give Belgium 1-0 lead. The second quarter saw the Indian forwards making moves but could not convert it into goals. India was awarded their second penalty corner, the variations shot was well defended by Belgium. Indian team kept attacking but struggled under pressure not able to hit shots. At the end of the first half, Belgium led 1-0. It was a attacking start for In...