Spain to Play in the Nations Cup Final against Ireland
The women’s hockey team of Spain will be facing off against Ireland in the final of the Nations Cup on Sunday, after defeating Chile 2-1. Alejandra Torres-Quevedo and Begoña García scored from penalty corners in the first quarter, securing the goals that led Carlos García Cuenca’s team to the final.
Denise Rojas scored a penalty stroke goal in the second quarter for Chile, but it was not enough to secure a win. Spain, who entered the semifinals as the winners of their group with a perfect record, will now compete for the title and the additional prize of promotion to the Pro League.
Spain will be facing Ireland in the final, after Ireland secured their spot with a 2-1 victory over New Zealand in the second semifinal. Sarah Hawshaw and Sarah Torrans scored the goals for Ireland, leading them to victory after conceding an early goal to Rose Tynan.
Both Spain and Ireland will be competing in the upcoming Paris Olympics, making the final showdown between these two teams even more exciting. Stay tuned for what promises to be an intense and thrilling final match between Spain and Ireland in the Nations Cup.