Argentina Dominates as Familiar Flaws Plague India in Hockey Showdown
India faltered against Argentina, losing 2-4 in the FIH Pro League finale at Rourkela. Despite a spirited comeback, familiar defensive flaws were exposed. Tadeo Marcucci led Argentina's charge with a brace, while Aditya Lalage and Sanjay scored for India at Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium.
In a gripping FIH Pro League finale, India succumbed to a 2-4 defeat against Argentina at the Rourkela leg on Sunday, further exposing familiar defensive vulnerabilities.
Argentina's Tadeo Marcucci spearheaded the attack with a brace, supported by key contributions from Tomas Domene and Lucio Mendez. Despite India's best efforts, including goals from Aditya Lalage and Sanjay, the hosts couldn't overcome the Argentinian pressure.
With this loss coming after a previous 0-8 drubbing, the Indian team struggled to gain a foothold, as Argentina's efficient gameplay dominated the narrative at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium.
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