Will Pakistan reach the semi-finals of the 2026 Hockey World Cup?

Reaching the semi-finals of a Hockey World Cup means finishing among the last four teams out of the full field, typically requiring a strong showing through the pool stage and a crossover or quarter-final win. Pakistan's hockey team has had an inconsistent record on the world stage in recent tournaments, so advancing that far is a real test rather than an expected outcome. Resolves: 28 August 2026 • Source: FIH official results (fih.hockey) Rule: Resolves YES if Pakistan appear in either of the two semi-finals of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup, as listed in the official FIH match schedule and results. Reaching a quarter-final or a crossover round without reaching a semi-final resolves NO. If Pakistan advance because an opponent withdraws or is disqualified, that still counts as YES. If the tournament is abandoned before the semi-finals are played, the poll is voided and points are returned.