~Hina Bano (58′) scored the only goal for India ~
Santiago, Chile, December 3, 2025: The States of Sant St. That Bano (58′) according to the only goal for India. The Schön Frerichs (5
It was an intense start to the match, with both teams looking to assert their dominance early on. Germany put India high up the pitch and pushed India onto the back foot in the opening exchange, earning a penalty in the fifth minute. Lena Frerichs (5′) made no mistake from the spot and gave her team a 1-0 lead. Despite the early setback, India gradually found their rhythm and started creating their own chances. However, they were unable to find the finishing touch needed to draw in the first quarter.
The intensity of the game did not drop in the second quarter as India continued in the hunt for the leveler. With probing counter-attacks they continued to knock on the door, with Manisha creating the most remarkable chance, making a brilliant run to create a fantastic opportunity that failed in vain. With another penalty ball, Germany had the opportunity to double their lead towards the end of the second half. Lena Frerichs failed to convert on that occasion, ending the first half 1–0.
India started the second half on the front foot, giving some impetus to their attack and penetrating the German penalty area. With some possession they almost found the equalizer from a penalty corner, but the crucial goal eluded them. After an intense three quarters, the pace of the match dropped slightly, with India still only one goal behind as they entered the final quarter.
There was a sense of urgency among the Indians as they continued to push for a goal that would level the scores. They were close from another penalty corner, but could not quite find the back of the net with their chances. Germany eventually doubled their lead, with Annika Schönhoff (52′) scoring a tap-in. With time running out, India responded courtesy of Hina Bano (58′) with a timely goal from a Penalty Corner. However, hopes of a comeback were short-lived as Martina Reisenegger (59′) scored a third for Germany, giving them all three points in the match.
India will next play Ireland on December 5 at 5:30 PM IST. All matches of the 2025 FIH Junior Women’s World Cup will be streamed live on JioHotstar.