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New Delhi: Following India’s bronze-medal win at the Paris Olympics and a triumphant Asian Champions Trophy in China, the Men in Blue will be hosting Germany for two matches at the iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in the Capital. India will play Germany on October 23 and 24. The last time India faced Germany was in the semifinal of the Paris Olympics, where the European giants emerged victorious with a 3-2 win.
Germany Tour of India! 🏑
After a heart-stopping encounter at the Paris 2024 Olympics. two hockey powerhouses – India and Germany – are set to face off once more! This time, it’s on India’s home turf for an electrifying two-match series on October 23-24, 2024, at the iconic… pic.twitter.com/cPEEoluFEB
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Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey expressed his enthusiasm and said, “This bilateral series against Germany will be a remarkable showcase of world-class hockey. Both India and Germany have a rich history in the sport, and this series will give fans an opportunity to witness an intense competition between two of the most formidable teams in the world.
“We are honoured to host this event, which will not only promote the spirit of hockey but also strengthen the bond between the two nations.” Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh felt both teams will have a chance to fine tune their skills for future international tournaments.
“The India-Germany hockey rivalry has always been a thrilling contest. Our players are eager to compete against such a good side, and I believe this series will offer both teams a chance to fine-tune their skills and strategies ahead of future international tournaments. We are proud to be part of this Indo-German collaboration, which brings together not just business and diplomacy but also the love of sport,” Bhola Nath said.
President of the German Hockey Federation, Henning Fastrich, is seeing the bilateral series as an opportunity to strengthen the sporting ties between Germany and India. “India has always been a special place for hockey, and our team is excited to play in front of passionate Indian hockey fans.
“This series will be a fantastic opportunity to strengthen the sporting ties between Germany and India while offering both teams a competitive platform to prepare for upcoming global events. We look forward to the challenge and the experience of playing at the historic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium,” Henning said.
With ANI Inputs
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