India’s first victory in 41 years- India In Olympics- Tokyo 2020 Highlights
After a long wait, India’s Women’s Hockey Team clinched their first match in Tokyo 2020.
This is the first Olympic win for India’s women’s hockey team in 41 years.
In the 57th minute, Navneet netted the game’s lone goal, which was beautifully assisted by captain Rani.
India defeated Ireland 1-0, boosting their hopes of reaching the quarter-finals.
Against Ireland, India was given 14 penalty corners but failed to convert even one of them.
To progress to the quarter-finals, the Indian women’s hockey team must defeat South Africa in their second group match on Saturday.