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England Women's Hockey Team Lands in Hyderabad for Crucial World Cup Qualifiers

The England women's national hockey team has arrived in Hyderabad to compete in the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers from March 8-14. Captain Flora Peel stated the team is confident after a good training block and competitive Pro League games in China. The squad, familiar with Indian conditions, has prepared for the climate and is excited for the atmosphere. England will play Italy, Korea, and Austria in Pool A, needing a top finish to secure one of three available World Cup berths.

Key Points: England Women's Hockey Team Arrives for FIH World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

  • England aims for World Cup 2026 spot
  • Team arrives with strong Pro League momentum
  • Squad prepared for Hyderabad heat and crowds
  • Must navigate Pool A against Italy, Korea, Austria
  • Seeking to surpass 2010 bronze medal finish
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England women's hockey team arrives in Hyderabad for FIH World Cup 2026 qualifiers

England's women's hockey team is in Hyderabad for the FIH World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, aiming to secure a spot in the finals. Captain Flora Peel expresses confidence.

"The team is in a great place right now, and we're really looking forward to getting started. - Flora Peel"

Hyderabad, February 28

The England women's national hockey team has officially touched down in Hyderabad, ready to compete in the highly anticipated FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, Hyderabad, Telangana, from March 8 to 14, according to a release.

England brings a proud legacy to the eight-nation tournament. Having competed in 11 previous FIH World Cups, the squad will be hungry to secure their ticket to Belgium and the Netherlands. The team will ultimately be aiming to surpass their best-ever global finish--a hard-fought Bronze medal in the 2010 edition.

The squad arrives with strong momentum and a clear focus. Speaking on their arrival, Captain Flora Peel expressed confidence in the team's form. "We've had a really good training block in England, and before that, we were out in China for the Pro League with some very competitive games. The team is in a great place right now, and we're really looking forward to getting started."

Talking about familiarity with the Indian condition, Lili Walker shared the group's excitement and their unique acclimatisation process for the Indian climate. "A lot of the group has been to India before, and we're really excited for the crowds and the atmosphere during the games. To prepare for the heat, we've even been getting in the sauna, doing as much as we can to ensure we are fully ready for the conditions."

To secure one of the three coveted World Cup berths, England will need to navigate Pool A. They kick off their campaign against Italy on March 8, face the Republic of Korea on March 9, and conclude the group stage against Austria on March 11.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Smart move using the sauna to prep for our heat! 😅 March in Hyderabad is no joke. It's great to see such thorough preparation. The crowds here love hockey and will definitely create an electric atmosphere. Looking forward to some high-quality games.
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Aman W
While it's exciting to host, I can't help but feel a bit disappointed that our own women's team isn't in these qualifiers. We need to invest more in women's sports at the grassroots level. Events like this should inspire us to build a stronger system.
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Sarah B
As someone living in Hyderabad, it's wonderful to see international sporting events coming to our city. Great for local sports culture and the economy. Hope the facilities at the stadium are world-class for the athletes.
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Vikram M
England has a strong legacy. That 2010 bronze was a great achievement. Their pool looks manageable, but Korea is always a tough opponent in women's hockey. Should be an interesting tournament. Will try to catch the matches on TV.
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Kriti O
Love the positive attitude from Captain Flora Peel! "The team is in a great place" – that's the confidence you need. Wishing all the teams the very best. May the best three qualify! 🏑

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