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World Cup Titles
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FIH World Ranking (Men)
#11
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FIH Ranking (Women)
#12
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Venue
Belfius Hockey Arena, Wavre
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Pool Stage Dates
Aug 16â21, 2026
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Pool C Rivals
Australia, South Africa, Spain
đŽđŞ Ireland Men's Schedule â Pool C
đŽđŞ Ireland Women's Schedule â Pool C
đ Key Players to Watch
David Harte
Goalkeeper
A massive presence in the net, arguably the best shot-stopper in the tournament.
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Analyst's Ireland Preview
Ireland relies on incredible team spirit and defensive grit. In Pool C, they will look to frustrate opponents and strike on counter-attacks.
Ireland vs South Africa is a must-win match for both teams. Ireland's goalkeeper will be pivotal against the higher-ranked teams.
Prediction: Prediction: Progression to the knockouts is an uphill battle, but Ireland has a history of punching above their weight.
đŽđŞ Ireland Hockey World Cup 2026 Squads
đŽđŞ Ireland Men's Hockey Squad List
đŽđŞ Ireland Women's Hockey Squad List
Frequently Asked Questions â Ireland at HWC 2026
What are the chances for the Green Machine?
Ireland's men have consistently punched above their weight. Qualifying from Pool C is a realistic target.
Where to stream Ireland matches live?
RTE will stream matches live in Ireland, alongside Watch.Hockey.