Cape Town is gearing up to host the world’s top hockey nations after being confirmed as the venue for the 2025–26 FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup, taking place from Thursday 11 June, to Saturday 20 June.
The South African Hockey Association said in a statement the prestigious tournament forms part of the global competition structure of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) and provides the winning nation with the opportunity to be promoted to the 2026–27 FIH Hockey Pro League, the pinnacle of international hockey competition.
The event will feature an outstanding lineup of international teams including South Africa, New Zealand, France, Korea, Japan, Wales, Malaysia, Scotland and Ireland.
Scotland earned their place through promotion via the FIH Hockey Nations Cup 2, while Ireland enter the tournament following their participation in the 2024–25 FIH Hockey Pro League season.
This will mark the return of the FIH Hockey Nations Cup to South Africa, following the country’s successful hosting of the inaugural edition in Potchefstroom in 2022.
South Africa’s men’s team made history by winning the inaugural Nations Cup in 2022, and the opportunity to compete on home soil once again adds further excitement to the tournament.
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Hosting the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup represents a major milestone for South African hockey, providing an opportunity to bring international sport, tourism, and community engagement together in one of the world’s great sporting cities.
The event will offer significant commercial and branding opportunities for organisations looking to align with international sport.
FIH President Tayyab Ikram expressed his gratitude to the Hockey Associations of South Africa.
“We are delighted to have an outstanding host nation and city for this remarkable tournaments. I’m excited for the thrilling matches and the fantastic atmosphere that will unfold, as some of the world’s top teams showcase their talent for hockey fans around the globe.”
SA Hockey President Deon Morgan welcomed the opportunity for South Africa to host world-class international hockey again.
“It gives our national team the opportunity to compete against some of the best teams in the world on home soil, while also showcasing the passion and strength of hockey in our country.
“Events like this inspire the next generation of players and demonstrate South Africa’s capability to host world-class international sport.”
Organisations interested in partnering with South African Hockey for this historic event are encouraged to contact Marketing@Sahockey.co.za or CEO@Sahockey.co.za
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