FIH Pro League: India suffers 0-2 loss to Spain in opening match of Australian leg
The Hindu
India loses 0-2 to Spain in FIH Pro League opener, continuing their struggle in Hobart despite multiple scoring opportunities.
India's hopes of a revival in the FIH Men's Pro League were dashed as they suffered a 0–2 loss to Spain, continuing their unabated slump in form in Hobart on Saturday (February 21, 2026).
Goals from Ignacio Abajo (6th minute) and Ignacio Cobos (36th) proved decisive as Spain combined clinical finishing with disciplined defending to secure the win.
The Spaniards capitalised on their chances while India were unable to convert promising opportunities despite sustained attacking intent.
Outplayed by the opposition teams in the home leg in Rourkela with two losses each against Belgium and Argentina, the Indian team was hoping to bounce back and make a fresh start under new skipper Hardik Singh during the overseas leg.
The Hobart leg of the series, which also features hosts Australia, will be held till February 25.
India began the match with sharp, quick passing, looking to control possession early, but Spain's counter-attacking approach proved effective. Abajo capitalised on one such move, neatly deflecting the ball into the net to hand Spain an early lead.
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