With another unforgettable FIH Hockey Pro League season now part of hockey history, anticipation is already building for the next chapter. The 2026-27 FIH Hockey Pro League will begin on 8 December 2026 in Argentina, promising yet another season of world-class hockey, fierce rivalries and unforgettable moments.

With the FIH Hockey World Cup on the horizon, legendary Australian forward Jamie Dwyer is gearing up for a tournament that holds a deeply personal significance. For the Kookaburras icon, the World Cup sits on the pinnacle of international sport alongside the Olympic Games, as a stage defined by fierce rivalries, electric atmospheres, and unforgettable triumphs.

As we count down to the highly anticipated FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium and Netherlands 2026, we take a closer look at the competing men's and women's teams ready to battle for global supremacy. In this special preview series, we profile each nation's journey to the tournament, examining their road to qualification, historic achievements, key players to watch, and the tactical minds leading them into the ultimate hockey showcase. In today’s story we take a look at the Netherlands men’s team, ranked #2 in the world.