Tournament favorites Argentina (Las Leonas) were held to an enthralling 1–1 stalemate by a courageous United States squad in their FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Pool B clash at Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre (Boulevard de l'Europe 50, 1300 Wavre, Belgium) on Saturday, August 15, 2026. David Passmore's American team produced one of the early surprises of the tournament.
What was the final score in Argentina vs USA Women at HWC 2026?
Final Score: Argentina 1 – 1 United States (Half-time: 1–0, Regulation: 60 minutes)
- 14' ⚽ Goal (Argentina): Agustina Gorzelany — Signature lethal penalty corner drag-flick into the top-right netting.
- 44' ⚽ Goal (USA): Ashley Sessa — Sensational solo circle penetration and lifted shot over Argentine keeper Clara Barberi.
Key Tactical Breakdown & Pool B Implications
Argentina enjoyed 55% possession, winning 5 penalty corners and converting 1 (20%). The USA earned 4 penalty corners with 0 conversions. American goalkeeper Kelsey Bing made 6 crucial saves to secure a well-earned point. Both Argentina and USA sit tied on 1 point in Pool B behind group leaders Germany (3 pts).