Pakistan’s national hockey team finished 11th at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup after returning to the global tournament for the first time since 2018.
Pakistan played six matches, winning two, losing three and drawing one. The team scored 17 goals while conceding 23. Hannan Shahid was Pakistan’s top scorer with four goals.
The four-time world champions defeated Japan but lost to England, India and New Zealand, while drawing with Wales. Pakistan later defeated South Africa on penalty shootout to secure 11th place.
Pakistan previously won the World Cup in 1971, 1978, 1982 and 1994. However, financial constraints, lack of modern development and administrative instability have contributed to the decline of the national sport.
Pakistan Hockey Federation officials say the World Cup experience will help the team prepare for the 2026 Asian Games, with the ultimate goal of qualifying directly for the 2028 Olympics.
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