Summary
The winner was decided by a shootout, where each team takes turns shooting.
Belgium won the shootout 4‑3, so India placed eighth in the World Cup.
Harmanpreet Singh scored eight goals, tying for the most in the tournament.
Key Points
4 points1
Match ended 3‑3 before the shootout.
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Shootout result: Belgium 4, India 3.
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India's final standing: eighth place.
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Top scorer for India: Harmanpreet Singh with eight goals.
New Words to Learn
5 wordsshootout
A series of single attempts to score after a tied game.
penalty corner
A set play given after a rule is broken near the goal.
drag‑flick
A powerful flick used to launch the ball toward the goal.
yellow card
A warning given to a player for breaking a rule.
referral
A video review asked for to check a decision.
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