Hockey World Cup 2026: Dates, Teams, and Messages of Support

The 2026 Women's and Men's Hockey World Cups will be held from August 15 to 30 in the Netherlands and Belgium. A total of 16 teams will compete, divided into four groups during the group stage. The Argentine women's national team, Las Leonas, is in Group B alongside the United States, Germany, and Scotland.

Las Leonas' first match is scheduled for this Saturday at 12:30 PM (Argentina time) at the Belfius Hockey Arena, where they will face the United States. This event marks their debut in the tournament, during which they aim to make an impact.

Meanwhile, the men's team, Los Leones, will also compete in the World Cup, with coach Lucas Rey selecting a mix of experienced players and young talent to represent the team. The men's squad is expected to perform competitively in the tournament.

The head coach of the Argentine national football team, Lionel Scaloni, sent a message of encouragement to the hockey teams. Scaloni expressed his support for both the women's and men's teams ahead of the World Cup, emphasizing the importance of Argentine representation in the international event.

Las Leonas, led by coach Fernando Ferrara and captain Agostina Alonso, aim to lift the world title, preparing to face their group rivals. Expectations are high, and the team seeks to advance to the later stages of the tournament.

The World Cup schedule indicates that after the group stage, teams will advance to the knockout rounds. This tournament presents an opportunity for both teams to showcase their performance and attract the attention of fans and media.