Hockey World Cup: Day 9 Review

Posted by Karan Israni On March 9, 2010 View Comments

Australia beat Pakistan to finish as Pool B toppers. The hosts manage a draw with SA to be fourth as England suffer their first defeat.

The hosts finished fourth

Spain inflict first defeat on England

Olympic silver medallist Spain continued their domination over England in the hockey World Cup, defeating the European Champions 2-0 in their last pool match.

Australia edge Pak, top group

Desmond Abbott struck twice to lead Australia to a come from behind 2-1 win over Pakistan and into the semifinals.

India can’t steal SA’s rainbow

Shivendra Singh saved the day for India with a timely equaliser as the home team played out a 3-3 draw against South Africa in a controversial match to finish fourth in Pool B.

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