Hockey World Cup: It’s do or die for Germany


The Germans will have to beat hosts and favourite Holland, backed by their vociferous fans, in their Group B match on Friday if they want to progress to the semi-finals of the World Cup at The Hague. - SS KANESAN/ The Star

THE HAGUE: Olympic champions Germany have their backs against the wall when they face one of their toughest opponents – Holland – in a Group B match on Friday.

The clash at the Kyocera Stadium here is crucial for the Germans as they need the points to get back on track for the World Cup semi-finals.

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