Asian Games 2026 Field Hockey 1st final event – October 2
October 2 @ 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
The Asian Games 2026 Women’s Field Hockey Final on Friday, October 2, 2026, is the biggest day of the women’s hockey tournament, as Asia’s two best teams compete for the prestigious gold medal. Held at Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium in Kakamigahara, Gifu, Japan, the final concludes days of intense competition and crowns the new Asian Games champion.
Women’s Field Hockey Final Schedule – October 2
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Competition | Women’s Field Hockey Finals |
| Date | Friday, October 2, 2026 |
| Main Event | Women’s Gold Medal Match |
| Other Match | Women’s Bronze Medal Match |
| Venue | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium |
| City | Kakamigahara, Gifu, Japan |
| Medal at Stake | Gold & Bronze |
| Tournament Stage | Championship Final |
Women’s Gold Medal Match
The Women’s Gold Medal Match is the final and most important match of the tournament. The two teams that successfully advance through the preliminary rounds and knockout stage battle for the Asian Games championship title.
Women’s Bronze Medal Match
The third-place team in the tournament is decided by the Women’s Bronze Medal Match before the beginning of the championship.
While the gold medal is always the most prominent, the bronze medal is still a great accomplishment for the countries that hope to grace the podium and boost their adverse sports ranking.
Competition Format
The women’s hockey tournament follows the standard international format:
- Group Stage
- Knockout Rounds
- Semifinals
- Bronze Medal Match
- Gold Medal Match
Host Country
The 20th Asian Games (Aichi–Nagoya 2026) runs from September 19th to October 4th, 2026 in Japan. Thousands of athletes from the Asian region compete in the country; Field Hockey with its team sport, is one of the top events in the Programme of the Games.
Venue
The final of the women’s field hockey will be held at Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium in Kakamigahara, Gifu, Japan.
Teams Expected in the Final
Finals will be determined following the semifinal matches. Some of the traditional Asian Women’s Hockey Existentials running for the gold medals are:
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
How to Watch
The official Asian Games broadcasters and authorized digital streaming platforms will broadcast the Women’s Field Hockey Final. Availability of broadcasts differs from country to country – viewers should check with their local rights holders near the dates of the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the time of the Asian Games 2026 Women’s Hockey Final?
Friday, October 2, 2026 will be the date of the Gold Medal Match.
Who will play the final?
The focus of this contest will be at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara, Gifu, Japan.
On which day of the week are the medal matches on October 2nd?
There will be the Gold Medal Match and the Bronze Medal Match for the women.
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: Women’s Placement Matches & Gold Medal Match. All times below are local Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9).
| Time (JST) | Match | Group / Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 9th Place: 5th Pool A vs 5th Pool B | Placement | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 11:30 | 7th Place: Loser CO1 vs Loser CO2 | Placement | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 14:00 | 5th Place: Winner CO1 vs Winner CO2 | Placement | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 16:30 | Bronze Medal Match: Loser SF1 vs Loser SF2 | Medal Match | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 19:00 | Gold Medal Match: Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2 | Medal Match | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
Total matches on this date: 5. Source: Wikipedia / Asian Hockey Federation official schedule.