India to Compete for Bronze Against Spain at Paris Olympics
New Delhi: The Indian men’s hockey team is all set to battle Spain for the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics on August 8. Here’s a quick overview to get you ready for the game. Field hockey involves scoring the most goals within 60 minutes, divided into four 15-minute quarters.
The match begins with a toss to determine which team starts with the ball and chooses their side of the field. The team winning the toss will initiate play with a pushback from the center. Both teams then vie for control of the ball and aim to score. Fouls can occur during the game, with more severe penalties if committed within the Dee (the shooting circle).
Following their narrow 2-3 loss to Germany in the semifinals, Indian coach Craig Fulton is focused on rallying his players for the bronze medal match. The team is determined to overcome the setback and replicate their Tokyo 2021 performance, where they won bronze after a semifinal defeat.
This time, the mood is different; the team is dealing with the regret of missing out on the gold medal final. Fulton emphasized the importance of moving forward. “Nothing comes easy at the Olympics. We’ll recover, prepare, and be ready for the next match,” he said.
With a clear focus on clinching the bronze medal, the Indian team is prepared to give their best against Spain and secure a medal for their nation.
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