Hockey World Cup 2018, Semifinal 1: Belgium vs England - 5 Talking Points

The Kalinga Stadium at Bhubaneswar witnessed a recent spectacle to the charm of this Belgian team when they pummeled England by 6-0
The Kalinga Stadium at Bhubaneswar witnessed a recent spectacle to the charm of this Belgian team when they pummeled England by 6-0

#2 Vincent Vanasch is the rock yet again

Vincent Vanasch - The hero for the day
Vincent Vanasch - The hero for the day

One of the unsung heroes of this match was undoubtedly the person, who ensured that Belgium's mammoth win is kept whisker clean throughout.

He was the iconic goalkeeper Vincent Vanasch, who had played a crucial role in leading Belgium to a surprise final at the hockey event in Rio Olympics 2016.

England wasn't out, despite being laid back by 0-2. They tried their level best, and attacked the Belgian side with brute force after halftime, earning four penalty corners.

Had they been successful in all, Belgium would've to fight tooth and nail to win the match, despite being in the lead.

However, it was to the credit of Vincent Vanasch that Belgium managed to keep a clean slate and sail through the semifinals for their first ever FIH World Cup finals.

Irrespective of what is the outcome, Belgium shall remember the heroics of Vincent Vanasch for times to come.

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