India Qualifies for Hockey Quarterfinals at Olympics

The Indian men's hockey team secured a quarterfinal spot at the Paris Olympics with a 2-0 win over Ireland, thanks to two first-half goals by captain Harmanpreet Singh. This victory, following a 3-2 win against New Zealand and a 1-1 draw with Argentina, places India in a strong position in Pool B with seven points from three matches. Despite some defensive lapses in the second half, India's aggressive start and cohesive play were key to their success. Ireland, on the other hand, struggled to capitalize on their chances, including nine penalty corners, due to India's robust defense led by goalkeeper PR Sreejesh. India's remaining pool matches against Belgium and Australia will determine their final standing and quarterfinal opponents.