List Of Hockey World Cup Winners
Hockey is one of the most popular sports in the world that is played with a lot of zeal and enthusiasm. The Hockey World Cup is an international tournament organized by the International Hockey Federation (FIH). The tournament is held every four years, and teams from all over the world compete for the prestigious trophy.
The first Hockey World Cup was held in 1971 in Barcelona, Spain, and since then, it has become a global event that attracts millions of viewers and fans. In this article, we will list all the Hockey World Cup winners since the inception of the tournament.
1971 – Pakistan
Pakistan won the inaugural Hockey World Cup in Barcelona, Spain, defeating Spain 1-0 in the final. The tournament was played in a round-robin format, and Pakistan finished on top of the table after winning all their matches. They scored 19 goals and conceded only one goal throughout the tournament.
1973 – Netherlands
The 1973 Hockey World Cup was held in Amstelveen, Netherlands, and the hosts emerged victorious. In the final, they defeated India 4-2 to lift the trophy. The Netherlands finished the tournament with four wins, one draw, and no losses.
1975 – India
The 1975 Hockey World Cup was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and India won the tournament. In the final, they defeated Pakistan 2-1 to lift their first-ever Hockey World Cup trophy. The Indian team played exceptionally well throughout the tournament and showed great teamwork and sportsmanship.
1978 – Pakistan
The 1978 Hockey World Cup was held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Pakistan won the tournament for the second time. In the final, they defeated the Netherlands 3-2 in a thrilling encounter. The Pakistani team played an aggressive and attacking game throughout the tournament and emerged as deserving winners.
1982 – Pakistan
Pakistan won their third Hockey World Cup in the 1982 edition held in Mumbai, India. In the final, they defeated Germany 3-1 to lift the trophy. The Pakistani team played a dominant game throughout the tournament, winning all their matches except for a draw against Australia in the group stage.
1986 – Australia
The 1986 Hockey World Cup was held in London, England, and Australia won the tournament for the first time. In the final, they defeated England 2-1 to lift the trophy. The Australian team played brilliantly throughout the tournament, winning four matches and drawing one.
1990 – Netherlands
The 1990 Hockey World Cup was held in Lahore, Pakistan, and the Netherlands emerged as the winners. In the final, they defeated Pakistan 3-1 to lift the trophy. The Dutch team played an attacking and entertaining game throughout the tournament and deservedly won the title.
1994 – Pakistan
Pakistan won their fourth Hockey World Cup in the 1994 edition held in Sydney, Australia. In the final, they defeated the Netherlands 1-0 to lift the trophy. The Pakistani team played a defensive and disciplined game throughout the tournament, conceding only four goals in the entire tournament.
1998 – Netherlands
The 1998 Hockey World Cup was held in Utrecht, Netherlands, and the hosts won the tournament. In the final, they defeated Spain 3-2 to lift the trophy. The Dutch team played an attacking and entertaining game throughout the tournament, scoring 28 goals in the entire tournament.
2002 – Germany
The 2002 Hockey World Cup was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and Germany won the tournament for the first time. In the final, they defeated Australia 2-1 to lift the trophy. The German team played a disciplined and strategic game throughout the tournament, conceding only six goals in the entire tournament.
2006 – Germany
Germany won their second Hockey World Cup in the 2006 edition held in Mönchengladbach, Germany. In the final, they defeated Australia 4-3 to lift the trophy. The German team played an aggressive and attacking game throughout the tournament, scoring 23 goals in the entire tournament.
2010 – Australia
The 2010 Hockey World Cup was held in Delhi, India, and Australia won the tournament for the second time. In the final, they defeated Germany 2-1 to lift the trophy. The Australian team played a disciplined and strategic game throughout the tournament, conceding only four goals in the entire tournament.
2014 – Australia
Australia won their third Hockey World Cup in the 2014 edition held in The Hague, Netherlands. In the final, they defeated the Netherlands 6-1 to lift the trophy. The Australian team played a dominant and attacking game throughout the tournament, scoring 24 goals in the entire tournament.
2018 – Belgium
The most recent Hockey World Cup was held in 2018 in Bhubaneswar, India, and Belgium won the tournament for the first time. In the final, they defeated the Netherlands 3-2 to lift the trophy. The Belgian team played an aggressive and attacking game throughout the tournament, scoring 18 goals in the entire tournament.
Conclusion
The Hockey World Cup is an international tournament that attracts millions of viewers and fans worldwide. The tournament has a rich history, and teams from all over the world have competed for the prestigious trophy. From Pakistan to Belgium, many nations have emerged as Hockey World Cup winners, showcasing their skills, determination, and teamwork.
