Trailing until six minutes before the end in front of a Dutch crowd cheering for the Oranje, the Leonas equalized and then dominated the shoot-outs 3-1. This third world title, won undefeated, breaks a dynasty and puts Argentina back at the pinnacle of women's hockey.
From August 15 to 30, Belgium and the Netherlands host an extraordinary Hockey World Cup. Thirty-two teams, two simultaneous tournaments, and a first clash between Belgium and France kick off a decisive fortnight.
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