Argentinian eves upset Holland

Sydney, September 24: Argentina stunned Champions Trophy winners the Netherlands 3-1 in the super league of the Olympic women's hockey her...

Sydney, September 24: Argentina stunned Champions Trophy winners the Netherlands 3-1 in the super league of the Olympic women’s hockey here on Sunday.

The Pan-American champions, the only team in the six-nation round not to carry any points from the preliminary league, led 2-1 at half-time.

It was a remarkable performance by Argentina, who returned to the Olympics after 12 years following their 5-2 win over the United States in the final of the Pan-American Games last year.

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While Argentina gained three points from the win, the Dutch also have three points by virtue of their 4-3 win over New Zealand in the preliminary league.

Argentina take on China and the Netherlands clash with Australia in their next match on Monday.

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