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World Cup 2014: Men’s Players of the Tournament.

The Rabobank Hockey World Cup was without doubt an incredible two weeks of hockey in both men’s and women’s competitions. I was fortunate enough to spend the whole competition inside the stadium watching the action and the drama unfold. Below … Continue reading

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World Cup 2014, Experts’ Predictions: The Results.

With the Rabobank World Cup 2014 all over and the return to the harsh realities of real life firmly setting in, it’s time to reflect on what was a spectacular tournament in both men’s and women’s competitions. Judging by the … Continue reading

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World Cup 2014 Men’s Final: Quote, Unquote.

A wonderful World Cup draws to a close with Australia producing a stunning display to win the final 6-1. Quotes from a few people and the last word, as it should be, from Ric Charlesworth. 

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World Cup 2014 Men’s Final: Australia 6-1 Netherlands.

A stunning display from the Kookaburras destroyed the home side’s World Cup hopes as a hat-trick from Chris Ciriello helped Ric Charlesworth’s team to a superb 6-1 win. Despite falling behind to an early strike from Jeroen Hertzberger Australia came … Continue reading

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World Cup 2014: Men’s Bronze Medal Match: England 0-2 Argentina.

A brace from Matias Paredes sunk England and captured the bronze medal for Carlos Retegui’s Argentina side. In the game none of the semi-finalists wanted to play in, Los Leones’ No10 struck twice in quick succession to get his side … Continue reading

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