Asian Games 2026: India breaks down stubborn Korean defence, reaches final
The Indian women's hockey team defeated South Korea 2-0 to reach the Asian Games final. They will face China in the final, with a spot in the LA Olympics on the line.
Why it matters
Success in the Asian Games is a major milestone for Indian sports, directly impacting Olympic qualification and national morale.
Indian women dominated the proceedings and did everything except find a way to break down a stubborn South Korean defence till the end of the third quarter. But they eventually won 2-0 to reach the Asian Games hockey final at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium here on Wednesday.
Having missed the bus last time around with the semifinal loss to China before taking home bronze, India will be hoping to not only avenge its defeat but also book a ticket for the LA Olympics after the defending champion beat Japan 4-2 in the shootout. The teams were tied goalless at the end of regulation time in the other last-four game.
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