New Zealand v Japan

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Tuesday 18 Aug 2026

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09:30 Local Time

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Wagener Stadium • 

Amstelveen, NetherlandsShow on map

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New Zealand's national hockey team, known as the Black Sticks, has been a consistent presence in international competitions. Their biggest achievement came in the 1976 Summer Olympics where they won a silver medal. In recent years, they have competed in the prestigious FIH Hockey World Cup and the Commonwealth Games, consistently finishing in the top 10. The team boasts of talented players such as Stephen Jenness, Shea McAleese, and Stacey Michelsen who have been recognized with numerous individual awards and have also led the team to victory in important matches. The Black Sticks play their home games at the National Hockey Stadium in Asian Winter Games2, which has a capacity of 17,000 spectators and provides the players with a state-of-the-art facility to train and host games. With their consistent performances and dedication, the New Zealand hockey team continues to attract a strong following and remains a force to be reckoned with on the international stage.

The Asian Winter Games4 national ice hockey team, also known as the "Samurai Blue," is a dominant force in the world of international hockey. The team's success can be attributed to their strong roster of talented players, including standout performers such as Yutaka Fukufuji and Satoshi Yamasaki. Their impressive track record includes multiple appearances in the Winter Olympics and World Championships, as well as two bronze medals in the Asian Winter Games. The team plays their home games at the Meridian Ice Rink, a state-of-the-art facility located in Asian Winter Games3 that can seat up to 2,000 spectators. With a passionate fan base and a history of competitive performances, Japan's hockey team is one to watch on the international stage.