Asian Games 2026 Field Hockey 9th event – 27 sep
September 27 @ 9:00 am – 7:30 pm
The Asian Games 2026 is set to continue with an exciting Competition Day 9 on Sunday, September 27, 2026, with the last round robin Men’s Qualifier coming up at Gifu Prefecture Green Stadium (Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture) in Japan. But as the tournament reaches its championship turning point, every game is vital in determining teams’ standing for the crucial semi-final spot.
Field Hockey Competition Day 9
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Field Hockey |
| Date | Sunday, September 27, 2026 |
| Competition Day | Day 9 |
| Stage | Men’s Preliminary Round |
| Match Type | Pool Stage Matches |
| Venue | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium |
| Host Country | Japan |
| Participating Teams | 12 Nations |
| Pool Format | Two Pools of Six Teams |
Men’s Pool Stage Format
The men’s field hockey tournament follows a structured preliminary round designed to identify the strongest teams before the knockout stage.
Tournament Format
- Total Teams: 12
- Pool Structure: 2 Pools of 6 Teams
- Competition Format: Round-robin
- Win: 3 Points
- Draw: 1 Point
- Loss: 0 Points
Competition Day 9 Schedule
Sunday’s program features multiple Men’s Preliminary Round Pool Stage matches throughout the day.
Fans can expect:
- Morning session matches
- Afternoon session matches
- Additional evening fixtures if included in the final official schedule
- Continuous hockey action featuring several participating nations
Host Country
The host country of the Asian Games (2026) is Japan.
Venue
Asian Games 2026 will be held in the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, for a field hockey field.
Participating Men’s Teams
The men’s competition features twelve qualified Asian nations.
- India (Defending Champions)
- Pakistan
- Japan (Host Nation)
- Malaysia
- South Korea
- China
- Oman (Qualified via Oman Qualifier)
- Sri Lanka (Qualified via Oman Qualifier)
- Bangladesh
- Indonesia
- Chinese Taipei
- Uzbekistan
Players to Watch
Registered team rosters will be decided in the week leading up to the start of the tournament. Once the announcement comes, fans will surely be able to see some of the biggest names playing from Asia’s elite powerhouses.
How to Watch
In the upcoming days, the official broadcast and streaming partners will be announced for the Asian Games 2026 Field Hockey competition, leading into the fans’ ability to follow the Asian Games 2026 Field Hockey event. Official 2026 Asian Games platforms will also include live scores, match schedules, results and updates on the tournament.
Frequently Asked Questions
What location are day 9 games happening?
The men’s matches in the pool stage will be played at Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium in Kakamigahara City, Gifu prefecture, Japan.
Is there any admission charge to watch the event?
Yes. Field hockey games will be open to the public at the Asian Games 2026, and this is scheduled to be free.
In the men’s tournament, how many teams are there?
There are 12 teams from all over the country that are participating.
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 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 Kazakhstan | Pool A | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 11:00 | Indonesia vs Uzbekistan | Pool B | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 13:00 | Chinese Taipei vs Bangladesh | Pool A | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 15:00 | Malaysia vs South Korea | Pool A | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 17:00 | Thailand vs Japan | Pool B | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
| 19:00 | India vs Singapore | Pool B | Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium, Kakamigahara |
Total matches on this date: 6. Source: Wikipedia / Asian Hockey Federation official schedule.