Hockey WC: Belgium & Netherlands Favourite, But Pakistan Always Dangerous

Belgium and Canada are making their 6th appearance in Hockey Men’s World Cup, where the Netherlands and Pakistan are two of the most successful teams sharing 7 titles, 12 finals, and 16 semifinals between them. But, while Belgium finished 5th in 2014 Hockey World Cup, Pakistan did not take part.

Belgium is third seed, while Netherlands is 4th seed. Even in Hockey World Cup 2018, both finished 2nd with 2 wins each, while Pakistan and Canada lost two matches each. In current perspective for the crossover maches, there is no comparison but the Red Lions and Dutch would be wary of this World Cup, full of upsets. In World Cup, Pakistan won both times while Belgium defeated them twice in recent past. Canada is yet to win a major tournament against Netherlands.