Buenos Aires, April 18: The Indian women’s hockey team concluded their four-match tour against Argentina with a 2-2 draw. After a challenging start to the series, the Indian team made a remarkable comeback, winning their last two matches to finish the tour on a high note.
The tour began on April 13 with a tough match where Navneet Kaur (22’) and Annu (29’) scored for India. However, Argentina won the match 4-2, with goals from Maria Emilia Larsen (11’), Victoria Granato (18’), and Julieta Jankunas (42’, 55’). Despite the loss, India showcased aggressive play throughout the match.
In the second match on April 14, Ishika (22’) gave India an early lead, but the host team secured a close 2-1 victory. Agustina Gorzelani (34’, 48’) scored both goals for Argentina.
On April 16, India regained their momentum, winning the third match 2-1 and keeping their series hopes alive. Navneet Kaur (26’) and Neha (37’) both scored from penalty corners, giving India a comfortable 2-0 lead. Despite Agustina Gorzelani’s (52’) late goal for Argentina, the Indian team maintained their composure to secure the win, making the final match exciting.
The series concluded on April 17 with a hard-fought match that ended in a 0-0 draw. Both teams had opportunities to score, but Indian defenders held strong throughout the match. In the shootout, India kept their cool, winning 3-2 and ensuring the series ended in a tie.
The team will now return home to continue their training camp, building on these positive results. This tour has been a crucial part of their preparations, providing valuable experience against a top-level team on their home turf.
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