Indian eves to meet Germany at Volvo Invitational U-21 (Women) Tournament

Indian Junior Women Hockey teamBreda (The Netherlands): All set to play their second match of the tournament, the Indian Junior Women Hockey team will be meeting Germany tomorrow here at Breda. The Indian team with a 0-1 loss to host team The Netherlands in their opening match, will be looking at registering a win in their name. The German team lost their first match against China 1-3 which means they too will step on the field with the same intent of opening their account in the tournament.

Speaking on the upcoming match for tomorrow, Chief Coach Mathias Ahrens said “The tournament has just started and the loss against The Netherlands will not deter the girls determination to go up the points ladder. Our defence is strong which we proved in the last match. What is now needed is converting the chances that we create in their D. The key I think will be to get the penalty corners in our name and converting them. We are confident of a win tomorrow against Germany.”

Speaking on the match against Germany, Captain Rani said “We were very strong yesterday and this needs to continue in our game against Germany. We have to ensure good ball possession and keep the pressure on them. Our breaking their defence chain and creating scoring opportunities will be important and if we stick to plan we have a good chance for a win”

The Volvo Invitational U-21 Tournament 2015 is being played at Breda, The Netherlands and will go on till 26 July 2015. India will clash against Germany on 21st July 2015 (tomorrow) at 20:45 IST.