Belgium v Malaysia

Men's Hockey World Cup • First Round

(Home team first)

When


Wednesday 19 Aug 2026

20:30 Local Time

18:30 Your Time

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The Belgium national hockey team, also known as the Red Lions, is the national men's field hockey team of Belgium. They are currently ranked number two in the world according to the International Hockey Federation (FIH). The team has had considerable success in recent years, winning their first ever Olympic medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics where they claimed the silver medal. They also have two back-to-back silver medals in the 2013 and 2017 Euro Hockey Championships, as well as a bronze medal in the 2014 World Cup. The team is led by their captain Thomas Briels and is coached by two-time Olympic gold medalist Shane McLeod. The Red Lions play their home games at the Wilrijkse Plein Stadium in Antwerp, which has a capacity of 3,500. Their passionate fan base has helped them become one of the top hockey teams in the world, and their exciting style of play continues to attract new fans globally.

Hockey team Malaysia, also known as the Malaysian Tigers, is the national men's field hockey team of Malaysia. They are governed by the Malaysian Hockey Confederation and have been representing their country in international competitions since 1957. The team has won several accolades over the years, including four bronze medals in the Asian Games and two silver medals in the Asian Cup. Some notable players on the team include Firhan Ashaari, Razie Rahim, and Shahril Saabah, who have all played a crucial role in the team's success. The team plays their home matches at the National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil, which has a capacity of 12,000 seats. With a strong lineup and impressive record, the Malaysian Tigers are a force to be reckoned with on the international hockey scene.

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