Germany secured top spot in the pool with a clinical 2-1 win over the hosts here in London tonight. Great Britain threw everything at their opponents in front of a partisan home crowd, but in the end, they were unable to break their old foes down and get the result they needed. Continue reading →

An enthralling encounter pitted the exciting counter-attacking skills of the South Africans against the excellent technique, organisation and attacking prowess of their European opponents. In the end, a hugely impressive and controlled Germany display overcame the Springboks to set up a mouth-watering clash with hosts Great Britain tomorrow. Continue reading →

A strong performance for the Hockeyroos gave them their first win of the competition as they ran out comfortable 4-1 winners over a spirited Ireland. Continue reading →

The stage was set as the PA system blared out Jerusalem, Land of Hope and Glory and other patriotic songs in celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. The crowd had been whipped up into frenzy anticipating a home win, but South Africa had obviously not read the script.

A two goal-blitz in the first half gave the Springboks the advantage and in spite of a spirited second half display, they never really looked like surrendering their lead. Continue reading →

The Netherlands edged out their old foes in the opening game of the Investec London Cup here at the Quintin Hogg Memorial Ground in London. It was the 7th defeat for the Hockeyroos in their eight previous meetings against their European opponents. Continue reading →