India defeat Ireland 2-1 in penalty shootout, face Spain in final

Skipper Savita Punia produced an excellent performance under the bar as the Indian team defeated Ireland in the penalty shootout after being held 1-1 at full time.


India goalkeeper and captain Savita Punia in action during the FIH Women's Nations Cup semi-final against Ireland. Image credit: Twitter/@FIH_Hockey

Valencia: Skipper Savita Punia produced an excellent performance under the bar as India defeated Ireland 2-1 in the shootout to set up a final clash against Spain in the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup in Valencia on Friday.