Indian Men’s and Women’s Hockey Teams schedule for 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023

The Indian Men's and Women's Hockey Teams on Monday (December 11) are set to participate in the 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023, which will take place in Valencia from 15th December to 22nd December.

The Indian Women's Hockey Team will open their campaign against the host, Spain, in the first game of the Tournament, and then face Belgium followed by matches against Germany and Ireland.

India womens hockey team before departure to 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023

Similarly, the Indian Men's Team will face hosts, Spain in the first match followed by a contest against Belgium, Germany and France to end their 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023 campaign.

Before boarding the flight to Valencia, Indian Women's Hockey Team Captain Savita said, "The 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023 will give us invaluable exposure against some of the top hockey teams in the world ahead of the all-important Olympic Qualifier next month.

"Going into the tournament our aim is to make sure that we address all the chinks in our armour and play to the best of our abilities."

India Women's Hockey Schedule in 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023

December 15, Friday: India vs Spain - 3:30 PM IST
December 16, Saturday: India vs Belgium - 10:30 PM IST
December 19, Tuesday: India vs Germany - 8 PM IST
December 21, Thursday: India vs Ireland - 8 PM IST

India mens hockey team before departure to 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023

Indian Men's Hockey Team Captain Harmanpreet Singh also expressed the significance of the 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023, saying, "We are currently ranked third in the world but we will strive to climb further up the ladder, in line with our ambitions ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics.

"To do that we must test our mettle against the tough teams coming to Valencia and ensure we come out on top. It will be a great experience and the team is eager to begin the 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023."