England thrash Malaysia 7-1 in World Cup Qualifier
- On March 6, 2026, England men's hockey team routed Malaysia men's hockey team 7-1 at the SCA Hockey Stadium in Ismailia, securing a World Cup spot.
- As part of the qualifiers, the semis decide who advances to the World Cup; the bronze-medal playoff also awards a World Cup spot and the main event is hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands in August.
- Playing on Friday, Pakistan men's hockey team overturned a 3-1 deficit to beat Japan 4-3 with goals by Abu Bakr Mahmood, Sufyan Khan, and Afraz, while Fujishima Raiki missed a late penalty-stroke.
- On Saturday, England and Pakistan meet in the qualifying final, while Malaysia and Japan play the bronze playoff with the winner also securing World Cup qualification; Egypt faces China for fifth place.
- The confirmed World Cup teams list includes Pakistan, India, Germany, New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina, Belgium, Spain, the Netherlands, and Australia, with five spots still open.
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