Cristina stars as Argentina beat dutch to win World Cup
New Delhi, Aug. 30 -- Argentina were crowned women's hockey World Cup champions for the third time on Saturday after a sensational comeback to beat holders and co-hosts Netherlands 3-1 in the penalty shootout after the teams ended 1-1 at the final hooter of a high-voltage game.
Nine-time champions Netherlands, with the home crowd behind them in Amstelveen, went ahead a minute before halftime after Yibbi Jansen, the world's leading drag-flicker, converted a penalty corner.
Argentina, brilliant in the midfield and defence in a high-paced final where they stopped many Dutch attacks, were eventually rewarded for their resilience and not dropping their energy levels. Skipper Maria Granatto, their best player drove into the scoring circle, earned...
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