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Germany won the 2026 FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup after defeating Spain 1-0 in a closely contested final at the Belfius Hockey Arena. Michel Struthoff scored the decisive goal in the 44th minute, and Germany successfully defended its lead until the final whistle. This victory marked Germany’s second consecutive Hockey World Cup title and its fourth overall, following earlier triumphs in 2002, 2006, and 2023. With four titles, Germany equalled Pakistan as the joint-most successful team in Men’s Hockey World Cup history. Argentina secured the bronze medal by defeating the Netherlands 2-1.