England vs Wales Preview & Prediction | 2026 Men’s FIH Hockey World Cup | First Round
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Expect a feisty encounter between England and Wales despite the former having already secured their place in the second round.
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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 Wales prediction
England may have already wrapped up second round qualification but they would love nothing more than to knock British rivals Wales out of the World Cup with victory in this final set of Pool D fixtures. With India two points above the Welsh, only a win over world number three England gives them a chance of finishing second-place in the pool.
Wales got a point on the board following a breathless 3-3 draw with Pakistan and that offensive proficiency will need to be on full display again to stand a chance against a team with stronger, more established players at the highest level. England will likely be motivated and want to enter the next round with momentum in their favour. Back them to do that by outclassing Wales.
England vs Wales tip: England to win
