Australia lifted the Hockey World Cup beating Germany 2-1 in New Delhi yesterday. With this win, the Aussies have not only avenged their defeats in the last two editions of the tournament but also clinched their second world title. Australia also shattered Germany's dream of registering the first hat-trick of world titles.For Australia, Edward Ockenden scored the first goal in the sixth minute while Luke Doerner converted a penalty corner in the 59th minute to become the top-scorer of the tournament along with Dutchman Taeke Taekema with eight goals apiece.Moritz Furste scored the lone goal for the Germans in the 47th minute.Incidentally, with this victory Australia coach Ric Charlesworth have achieved a rare feat in the history of the game. He became the only player to have won the World Cup both as a coach and a player.
News On AIR | March 14, 2010 8:19 AM
Australia beat Germany 2-1 to win hockey World Cup