Spain vs South Africa Preview & Prediction | 2026 Men’s FIH Hockey World Cup | First Round
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Spain takes on South Africa in what is the second match to be played of the day in Pool B.
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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
Spain vs South Africa prediction
Winners of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, South Africa are led by Devon van der Merwe, who earned the head coach role on a permanent basis following their triumph in that tournament. He will need to plan extensively and earn his stripes if South Africa are to make it into the next round through a tough Pool C.
Spain are currently ranked number six in the world and for them it’s key that the attack isn’t wasteful with the chances they create. Their defence isn’t the greatest and South Africa should fashion opportunities, so if Spain aren’t clinical, it could cost them. Expect a close contest, but for Spain to narrowly edge it.
Spain vs South Africa tip: Spain to win
