England vs Pakistan Preview & Prediction | 2026 Men’s FIH Hockey World Cup | First Round
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Zak Jones’ England have been placed in a rivalry filled Pool D, which includes Wales, India and their opponents here, Pakistan.
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How to watch on TV: UK – not televised / USA – USA’s matches will be televised live on CBS
How to watch online: UK – British home nation matches can be streamed live for free on Channel 4 Sport YouTube, while all matches can be streamed live on FIH Watch.Hockey / USA – USA’s matches can be streamed live on CBS digital platforms, while all matches can be streamed live on FIH Watch.Hockey
England vs Pakistan prediction
England are quietly ambitious and who can blame them. One of the most notable field hockey nations never to have won the FIH World Cup and at third-place currently in the global rankings, there’s reason to believe that Zak Jones’ men stand a chance of changing that here. On the flip-side, Pakistan are a nation that knows what it takes to get to the end, winning four men’s World Cups. However, it’s now been over 30 years since their last and Pakistan aren’t the force they once were.
Now in 2026, England are in a better place than their opponents on the field. Their roster is well-rounded with all bases covered and a large array of experience players hitting their peak. Whilst Pakistan are a wily outfit, backing England has to be favoured.
England vs Pakistan tip: England to win
