How Did India A Hockey Team Defeat France Again?

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Key Takeaways
- India A's victory against France marks their third win in a row.
- Aditya Arjun Lalge was instrumental with two goals.
- Coach Shivendra Singh emphasizes hard work and preparation.
- Future matches will further test the team's depth.
- Players are being groomed for the senior national team.
Eindhoven (Netherlands), July 12 (NationPress) The India A men’s hockey team continued its impressive performance and secured another crucial victory during their European tour, overcoming France with a scoreline of 3-2 in their third match at the Hockey Club Oranje-Rood in Eindhoven.
Aditya Arjun Lalge and Boby Singh Dhami were the key players, with Lalge netting two goals and Dhami contributing another.
Forward Aditya Arjun Lalge opened the scoring, followed by a successful penalty corner conversion. Boby Singh Dhami sealed the win with the third goal. For France, Clement scored both goals.
After the third consecutive victory, coach Shivendra Singh remarked, “The India A men’s hockey team has been diligently preparing for this tour. It’s rewarding to see our efforts pay off on the field. We have several more matches ahead, and I am optimistic that we will maintain our momentum.”
This win marks the third for the India A men’s hockey team in as many outings. They are set to clash with France again on Sunday at the Hockey Club Oranje-Rood in Eindhoven, with a total of five matches remaining in their European campaign.
Under the leadership of captain Sanjay and vice-captain Moirangthem Rabichandra Singh, India A is scheduled for eight matches across three European cities. They will face Ireland, France, and the Netherlands in two matches each in Eindhoven, and one match each against England and Belgium in Amstelveen and Antwerp, respectively.
These encounters are anticipated to challenge the players' depth and readiness, as the national team aims to cultivate a robust talent pool for the senior Indian team.