Germany wins fourth FIH Men's Hockey World Cup

On August 30, 2026, Germany cemented its status as a global hockey powerhouse by winning its fourth FIH Men's Hockey World Cup title.

In a tense final held in Wavre, Belgium, Germany narrowly defeated Spain 1–0.

While Spain dominated possession, Germany's disciplined defense proved unbreakable.

The decisive moment came in the 44th minute when Michel Struthoff scored the match-winning goal.

Despite Spain's desperate late efforts—even pulling their goalkeeper for an extra attacker—the German defense held firm.

This victory is historic, as Germany now matches Pakistan's record of four titles.

Furthermore, Germany became the first team to win consecutive World Cup titles on two separate occasions, having also triumphed in 2023.

With this win, and Argentina securing bronze against the Netherlands, the tournament highlighted a clear shift in dominance toward Europe.

Coached by André Henning, this German team has truly defined an era of excellence in international men's hockey, successfully defending their crown and proving their status as the sport's current elite.