FIH Hockey: Latest news, schedules and rankings
FIH Hockey is the global home for international field hockey — the federation sets schedules, runs the Pro League, World Cups and Olympic qualifiers, and keeps team rankings up to date. If you follow national teams or want live match updates, this page groups news, fixtures and quick guides so you know what matters this season.
How FIH competitions work
The FIH calendar has a few must-watch events. The FIH Pro League is a season-long league where top nations play home-and-away games. The Hockey World Cup comes every four years and decides the world champion. Olympic spots are earned through continental championships and FIH qualification tournaments. Rankings are based on performance in these events and affect seedings and qualification paths.
Understanding the format helps when you check fixtures: Pro League matches matter for rankings and rhythm, World Cup games decide continental pride, and qualifiers are often high-pressure knockouts. For African teams, continental championships are key routes to World Cups and Olympics — South Africa is usually the region's top contender in both men’s and women’s events.
How to follow matches and results
Want live scores and reliable streams? Start with the official FIH website and the FIH YouTube channel for highlights and sometimes live matches. National broadcasters often show big games — check local sports channels and streaming apps. For instant scores, use the FIH app, sports aggregators, or follow official team accounts on X and Instagram for minute-by-minute updates.
Matchday tips: check kick-off times for your time zone, follow the official match page for line-ups and cards, and enable notifications on the FIH app so you don’t miss penalty corners or last-minute goals. For in-person attendance, buy tickets from official sellers and arrive early — stadium entry rules and parking can vary a lot by host city.
If you care about rankings, track points from Pro League and major tournaments. Upsets in qualifiers can reshuffle the list quickly, so watch continental events closely. Coaches also use these tournaments to test squads, so a surprising lineup can signal a new strategy or an emerging young player.
For local fans and community players, FIH initiatives support grassroots growth. Look for junior development programs and umpire courses run by national federations — they often link to FIH resources. Getting involved at the local level helps grow the sport and gives fans a front-row seat to future stars.
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