Asian Games 2026 Field Hockey 10th event – 28 sep
September 28 @ 9:00 am – 7:30 pm
The Day 10 schedule for Asian Games 2026 kicks off with the Final Preliminary Pool Matches in Men’s and Women’s Hockey on Monday, 28 September 2026, marking one of the most pivotal days of the day of the competition. All games of this day are played at Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, and are vitally important to the advancement of teams to the knockout rounds.
Field Hockey Day 10 – 28 Sep
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Field Hockey |
| Competition Day | Day 10 |
| Date | Monday, September 28, 2026 |
| Stage | Final Preliminary Pool Matches |
| Venue | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium |
| Location | Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, Japan |
| Participating Teams | 12 National Teams |
| Medal Events | Qualification Day |
| Official Status | Preliminary Round Conclusion |
About Field Hockey 10th event
September 28 is one of the most crucial days of the Field Hockey events at the Asian Games 2026 as it ends the initial pool stage. All the other fixtures carry the match directly to the determining probability, and no errors can be allowed.
Competition Format
The Field Hockey tournament of the Asian Games 20 is the main tournament, with 12 National teams in the tournament divided into 2 pools leading up to the main/final stage. In the round robin phase each team faces each team in the group one time.
After all pool matches are completed:
- The top two at each pool will advance to the semi-finals.
- The winners of the semis advance to the top game.
- Semi-final losers play the loser from the other semi in a bronze medal match today.
- The two teams that don’t make the top two have classification games that determine the remainder’s ranking.
Host Country
Thousands of athletes from all across Asia are set to gather in the pride of Japan for the opening of the 20th Asian Games.
Venue
The venue for this match will be Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara, Japan on Day 10.
Teams to Watch
Several excellent Asian hockey squads will be battling for a spot in the semi-finals on Sept. 28th.
Among the leading contenders are:
- India
- Pakistan
- Japan
- South Korea
- China
- Malaysia
How to Watch
They can watch the Field Hockey at the Asian Games 2026 on the official broadcast partners in their countries. Selected live streaming services, where applicable, will also provide coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Field Hockey going to be doing on 9/28th?
The final preliminary pool day will take place on 28th September 2026 and other groups will work out their way into the semi-finals.
What teams will make it to the semi-finals?
The top 2 of each group (on the basis of the final group table) advance to the semi-finals.
What field hockey game are they playing?
The competition will take place at Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, Japan on Day 10.
Confirmed Match Schedule (Updated)
Based on the official match schedule released by the Asian Hockey Federation on 23 July 2026, here are the confirmed fixtures for this date: Men’s Preliminary Round – Final Matchday. All times below are local Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9).
| Time (JST) | Match | Group / Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | China vs Malaysia | Pool B | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 11:00 | Sri Lanka vs Indonesia | Pool A | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 13:00 | Uzbekistan vs Thailand | Pool B | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 15:00 | Pakistan vs Oman | Pool B | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 17:00 | South Korea vs Japan | Pool A | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 19:00 | India vs Bangladesh | Pool A | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
Total matches on this date: 6. Source: Wikipedia / Asian Hockey Federation official schedule.