Germany Vs Spain Highlights, FIH Junior World Cup 2025: GER Beat ESP 3-2 In Shoot-Out To Claim Eighth Title

Hello, we are back with another live blog and it is Germany vs Spain in the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025 Final. Buckle up, the title fight is about to unfold, and we’ll bring every moment as it happens. Stay tuned for live updates.

The Germany vs Spain, FIH Junior Hockey World Cup quarter-final will be live streamed on the JioHotstar app and website in India. The game will be telecast on the Star Sports Network TV channels in the country.

India roared back from 0-2 down to beat Argentina 4-2 and claim bronze. Four late goals, including PC finishes from Ankit Pal and Manmeet, a penalty stroke from Shardanand Tiwari, and a drag flick by Anmol Ekka, completed the stunning turnaround, with Princedeep’s heroics in goal keeping India alive.

The stadium is buzzing as the national anthems kick off, first up, Spain, with their players standing tall, hands on hearts, the crowd singing along. And now Germany takes the stage, their anthem echoing through the arena, a mix of nerves and excitement written all over the players’ faces. The tension is building, final moments before the clash begins.

And we’re off! The Junior Hockey World Cup 2025 final between Spain and Germany is underway. Right from the first whistle, Spain are on the front foot, pushing hard and testing Germany’s rock-solid defense. The champions are alert at the back, but Spain’s energy is electric, they mean business.

Ten minutes in, and Germany are starting to find their rhythm. The early Spanish pressure is easing as the Germans settle into their game, stringing passes together and probing for openings. The match is slowly tipping into a tactical battle now, Spain still attacking, but Germany quietly taking control.

So far, it’s been all Spain on the attack, relentless and probing. They’ve earned five penalty corners already, at 6:09, 11:12, 11:13, 11:19, and 11:20, but Germany’s defense has been rock solid, blocking every chance. Spain’s energy is undeniable, but the breakthrough hasn’t come yet. The tension is rising with every PC.

And that’s the end of the first quarter! Spain dominated possession, attacking relentlessly, but the German goalkeeper has been unbeatable so far, keeping the scoreline locked at 0-0. No goals, but plenty of drama. Now we’re moving into the second quarter, and you can feel the tension rising, who will strike first?

Germany are pressing hard now! At the 20th minute, they win their second penalty corner of the match, but once again, Spain’s defense holds firm. The keeper and defenders are on top form, still 0-0, and the tension is mounting with every attack.

Germany take the lead! Justus Warweg finishes off a brilliant counter-attack, catching Spain’s defense off balance. The stadium erupts as Germany strike first, turning the match on its head. Spain will need to rally fast to get back into this one.

And we’re back for the second half. Spain and Germany take the field again in the Junior Hockey World Cup 2025 final, both teams ready to make their mark. Germany hold a slender lead, but Spain look determined to turn things around, let’s see how this half unfolds.

Goal! Nicolas Mustaros with the equalizer! Spain’s persistence pays off as Mustaros finds the back of the net, bringing the score level. The crowd is buzzing, this final just got a whole lot more exciting.

And we’re into the fourth and final quarter. Spain and Germany are locked in at 1-1, and every pass, every tackle now feels crucial. Both sides are pushing hard, who will seize the moment and take the lead in this thrilling finale?

We’re into the last five minutes now, and the tension is sky-high. Nothing separates these two sides, every run feels desperate, every tackle loaded with pressure. The crowd is holding its breath. Are we headed for a shoot-out, or is someone about to deliver a late, late winner?

We’re heading to a penalty shoot-out! After 60 breathless minutes and a 1-1 deadlock, neither Spain nor Germany could land the knockout blow. And now, for only the second time in Junior Hockey World Cup history, the title will be decided from the spot. Nerves jangling, sticks in hand, this is where heroes are made.

Germany hold their nerve in the shoot-out, edging Spain 3-2 to lift their eighth Junior World Cup title. Wild celebrations break out as the players sprint to their keeper, sticks flying, hugs everywhere. Spain look heartbroken after a brilliant fight, but Germany’s composure in the shoot-out seals the crown. What a finale!

That's a wrap! What a final it was, Germany crowned champions after a thrilling shoot-out. We’ll be back with another live blog soon. Until then, goodbye.