Historic! Las Leonas beat the Netherlands to become world champions

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·29 August 2026

Historic! Las Leonas beat the Netherlands to become world champions

The Argentina women’s field hockey team were crowned 2026 World Cup champions after drawing 1-1 with the Netherlands and winning 3-1 in the shootouts. It is the third world title in history for Las Leonas, following their triumphs in 2002 and 2010.

Majo Granatto scored Argentina’s goal during the match, which ended 1-1. In the shootouts, Las Leonas were more clinical and sealed the victory with a 3-1 score.

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The final also marked revenge for the 2022 decider, when the Netherlands had beaten Argentina 3-1. This time, the team coached by Fernando Ferrara overcame the biggest rival in world hockey and claimed the title.

With the triumph, Las Leonas conquered the world again 16 years after their last title, won in Rosario in 2010.

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