Day 4 of the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup City of Santiago 2025 delivered one of the largest scorelines of the tournament as China defeated Austria 11-0, supported by a hat-trick from Wang Lihang and sustained efficiency from set pieces. England also collected three points with a 4–1 win over South Africa, while Canada and Scotland drew 1-1 in a match defined by alternating phases of territorial control.

Australia secured progression to the next round with a 4-2 victory over Spain, consolidating their position among the contenders for the title in Chile. The day closed with a 1-1 draw between Belgium and Argentina, two evenly matched teams who mirrored each other’s structure in a balanced contest decided by a penalty corner at each end.

Below is the full breakdown of all matches on Day 4 in Santiago.

South Africa vs England (Full-Time Score: 1-4)

At the Centro Deportivo de Hockey Césped of the Estadio Nacional, England established control from the start, settling in the attacking half and generating thirteen circle entries in the opening quarter. That pressure translated into the 1-0 goal from Freya Robinson in the 10th minute following a penalty corner sequence. South Africa adjusted their shape in the second quarter, producing six circle entries and four penalty corners, but were unable to convert that period of pressure into clear shots on target, keeping the score unchanged at half-time.

After the break, England regained full command of the structure and moved 2–0 ahead in the 43rd minute through a field goal by Lottie Bingham. In the final phase, they consolidated the result with set-piece efficiency: Biba Mills added a penalty corner goal and later scored from a penalty stroke to make it 4-0. South Africa reduced the margin in the 55th minute through Ntsopa Mokoena, their only conversion after fourteen circle entries and four penalty corners, compared with England’s thirty-two entries and nine PCs. England managed the closing minutes with an organised defensive block to secure the 4-1 result.

England forward Sofia Martin said, “We have been working really hard recently and this performance reflects that, especially after the 2-2 against China. We are happy to score four today, we will keep building for the next game against Australia and we really appreciate all the support from home and in the stands.”

China vs Austria (Full-Time Score: 11-0)

In the second match of the day at the Centro Deportivo de Hockey Césped in Santiago, China, who had drawn their opening fixture, quickly imposed full control on the synthetic turf. With thirteen circle entries and five penalty corners in the first quarter, they went 2-0 up through goals from Wei Qixiao and Li Jingyi, while Austria did not register a single circle entry. The pattern continued in the second quarter as China held 67% possession, generated seven additional circle entries and extended the score to 5-0 with further goals from Li Jingyi, captain Hao Guoting and Tan Lei, keeping Austria deep inside their 23m.

After half-time, China’s dominance shifted decisively to set pieces. Across the third and fourth quarters, they produced eighteen circle entries and twelve penalty corners, converting six of them to complete the 11-0 result, with a hat-trick from Wang Lihang and additional goals from Zuo Dandan, Hu Linyuan and a second from Hao Guoting. Austria managed only three circle entries and one penalty corner across the entire match, without finding ways to disrupt China’s structure or reach the scoreboard.

Chinese player Wang Liheng, the best player of the match, said, "We worked together in a good spirit."

Canada vs Scotland (Full-Time Score: 1-1)

In the first match of the afternoon, Scotland struck early and maintained long spells of control but ultimately left with the feeling of a missed opportunity against a Canada side that showed significant improvement from their opening match. The European team opened the scoring in the 8th minute through Mhairi Low after one of their ten circle entries in the first quarter and held the 1–0 lead until half-time, supported by a constant attacking presence marked by fourteen circle entries in the first half. Canada, meanwhile, did not register circle entries or penalty corners before the break.

After half-time, Canada adjusted their pressing structure and pushed higher up the pitch, finding better passing connections and generating four circle entries and three penalty corners across the second half. The equaliser arrived in the 30th minute when Zoe Furber finished an attacking transition to make it 1-1. Scotland maintained the initiative until the end, accumulating thirty-four circle entries and six PCs overall, but were unable to translate that volume into a decisive goal and were left to settle for a draw.

Canada captain Katherine Gibb said, “We grew a lot from our game against Australia, we defended hard together and now we just need to keep playing forward and attacking as a group.”

Zimbabwe vs Wales (Full-Time Score: 0-3)

Wales established territorial control early on the synthetic turf of the Estadio Nacional, generating repeated circle entries and sustained pressure across Q1 and Q2, although they were unable to convert their six first-half penalty corners. Zimbabwe sat in a low block, cutting passing lanes and managing transitions to limit danger, despite receiving a green card in the opening quarter.

Upon the restart, Wales found efficiency through set pieces: Cradden opened the scoring in the 39th minute with a penalty stroke following a sequence of consecutive PCs. In Q4, Wales maintained depth and possession, extending the lead with another penalty stroke converted by Witham in the 56th minute and a field goal from Diamond in the 57th, both emerging from quick recoveries and control inside the attacking third. Zimbabwe generated two late penalty corners but were unable to break the Welsh defensive structure, with Wales remaining in contention for the top positions with this win.

Player of the Match Eloise Moat said, “We’re really happy. After half-time we stepped it up and showed the intensity we wanted. We’re proud of the team, we worked hard and came together. Now we focus on Argentina and giving our best.”

Spain vs Australia (Full-Time Score: 2-4)

One of the most anticipated matches of the group stage saw Australia start with strength, responding to expectations through an assertive opening. After an even first phase in circle entries and penalty corners, Australia broke the deadlock at the end of the opening quarter with a deflection by Jamie-lee Surha from a set-piece routine. In the second quarter, Spain were exposed in transition as Makayla Jones struck for 0-2, and during a long sequence of consecutive penalty corners, Madeline Kenny extended the margin to 0-3, forcing Spain to chase the match despite generating attacking volume of their own.

The third quarter seemed to confirm the direction of the contest when Mihaylia Howell made it 0–4 with a frontal field-goal finish, but Spain responded and found the 1-4 through a well-executed penalty corner by Leire Zubizarreta. Minutes later, Teresa Sáenz de Santa María had a penalty stroke to narrow the gap further, but her attempt went wide. In the final quarter, a field goal by Natalia Vilanova brought Spain to 2-4, maintaining hopes of a late comeback, but Australia managed the closing phase effectively, resisted the final pressure and secured a valuable win that positions them strongly in Pool E ahead of the next round.

Australia’s Josie Lawton said, “It’s amazing to get two wins under the belt, we’re already focusing on the next game, with rest, hydration and recovery being key, and we hope everyone back home keeps cheering us on.”

Belgium vs Argentina (Full-Time Score: 1-1)

The match opened on the synthetic turf of the Estadio Nacional with a balanced first phase, where Argentina generated more early circle entries and earned three consecutive penalty corners in the first quarter. Catalina Stamati converted in the 13th minute from a structured set-piece sequence. Belgium responded in the second quarter by increasing their pressure and seeking progression along the channels, but were unable to break Argentina’s defensive block.

After half-time, Argentina managed the rhythm and maintained a compact structure inside their 23m, while Belgium circulated with greater speed in search of access to the circle. In the final stage, Belgium earned two consecutive penalty corners, and Perrine de Clerck equalised in the 50th minute with a clean drag flick. Belgium controlled most of the closing phase, generating repeated circle entries and a shot that went just wide, while Argentina defended in a low block to secure the 1-1 draw.

Player of the Match Louise Dewaet said, “I’m really proud of our team, it was emotional until the last minute. We kept pushing, created more chances and stayed physical. It comes from our hard training and from playing hockey since we were young.”

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FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup City of Santiago 2025 – 4 December 2025

Centro Deportivo de Hockey Césped, Estadio Nacional, Santiago de Chile

Result: Match 1
South Africa 1-4 England
Player of the Match: Hannah Boss (ENG)
Umpires: Ortega Ana – Presenqui Irena

Result: Match 2
China 11-0 Austria
Player of the Match: Wang Lihang (CHN)
Umpires: Illanes Melina – Howie Katie

Result: Match 3
Canada 1-1 Scotland
Player of the Match: Connie Roxburgh (SCO)
Umpires: Valerie Koh – Ayanna McClean

Result: Match 4
Zimbabwe 0-3 Wales
Player of the Match: Eloise Moat (WAL)
Umpires: Alex Miles – Claudia Montino

Result: Match 5
Spain 2-4 Australia
Player of the Match: Alyssa Smith (AUS)
Umpires: Melissa Bennetts – Juan Pedro Rodriguez

Result: Match 6
Belgium 1-1 Argentina
Player of the Match: Louise Dewaet (BEL)
Umpires: Tamara Leonard – Allison Mikelson