Top‑eight secured: Las Leonas eye next World Cup opponent

Las Leonas secured a 2-0 win over Escocia at the Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre, Bélgica, finishing top of Grupo B with seven points and guaranteeing a place among the eight best teams at the Mundial in the tournament overall.

Group B triumph secures top‑eight spot

The Argentine side topped Grupo B, remaining unbeaten after the victory over Escocia. The win gave them the highest tally in the group and ensured they are among the eight best selections at the Mundial. Their performance was controlled and free of major setbacks.

Majo Granatto opened the scoring in the first quarter, converting from a short corner. In the second half Lara Casas added the second goal, sealing the 2-0 result. Both players were highlighted as key figures by coach Fernando Ferrara.

El seleccionado Argentine also recorded a 3-2 win over Germany and a 1-1 draw with the United States earlier in the tournament. Those results contributed to their strong standing in the first phase. La fase de grupos therefore concluded with Argentina unbeaten.

Awaiting opponent after Germany‑USA result

Now Las Leonas must wait for the outcome of the Germany‑United States match to know their next rival. Si Germany qualifies, Argentina will start the second round with three points; if the United States advances, they will begin with one point.

The next match is scheduled for Saturday 22 August at the Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre, Bélgica. The exact kick‑off time depends on how the classification of the first phase is finalized, with possible slots at 12:30 or 15:30 Argentine time.