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Las Leonas lose 1-0 to the Netherlands in the Hockey World Cup final

The Argentina women's hockey team fell to the Dutch team 1-0 in the final, aiming for their third world title.

29 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: Las Leonas lose 1-0 to the Netherlands in the Hockey World Cup final — Archive photoPhoto: Unknown · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0

The Argentina women’s hockey team, known as Las Leonas, faced the Netherlands in the final of the Hockey World Cup. The match took place in a highly anticipated environment, with the Dutch being historically considered the favorites in this sport.

The Netherlands team, reigning world and Olympic champions, has shown absolute dominance, with 24 wins and one draw since 2010. They have won 9 of the 15 World Cups held to date, highlighting their strength in hockey.

Las Leonas, coached by Fernando Ferrara, attempted to challenge this dominance, aiming for their third star in the competition. However, the match ended with a score of 1-0 in favor of the Dutch, who maintained their rivalry without any defeats.

Throughout the tournament, Las Leonas stood out for their skill and tenacity, but this time they could not surpass the level of the host team. The final was an important event on the sports calendar and attracted the attention of many hockey fans.

The match was broadcast live, allowing followers to keep up with the game's development in real time. Despite the loss, Las Leonas remain a strong team in women’s hockey at the international level.

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