India beat hosts Japan 2-0 to enter Asian Games semi-finals

India defeated hosts Japan 2-0 in a Pool A men's hockey match on Saturday to secure a place in the semi-finals of the Asian Games 2026.

Captain Harmanpreet Singh and Abhishek scored the goals for India, with Harmanpreet converting a penalty corner with a powerful strike into the bottom right corner.

India finished the group stage with four consecutive wins, topping the Pool A standings with 12 points as they continue their title defense.