Paris: The Indian men’s hockey team drew 1-1 with Argentina in their Pool B match at the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium on Monday. Harmanpreet Singh neutralized Lucas Martinez’s early goal.
Martinez put Argentina ahead in the 22nd minute, but Harmanpreet’s conversion of India’s final penalty corner secured a vital point. This follows India’s victory over New Zealand in their opening match.
The game, witnessed by former Indian cricket captain and head coach Rahul Dravid, began at a leisurely pace before gaining intensity.
India’s midfield performance was lacklustre, with vice-captain Hardik Singh and Manpreet Singh notably absent.
India’s penalty corner conversion was disappointing, capitalizing on only one of the ten opportunities throughout the match.
India’s upcoming matches are against Ireland on Tuesday, followed by encounters with Australia and the current champions Belgium. The top four teams from each pool will advance to the quarterfinals.
