Hockey Dec 07, 2025

Great Britain draw with Argentina in Champions Trophy opener

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Great Britain draw with Argentina in Champions Trophy opener

Captain Helen Richardson-Walsh scored twice as hosts Great Britain secured a 2-2 draw against holders Argentina in their opening match of the Champions Trophy at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Maria Granatto gave Argentina, ranked No 2 in the world, a deserved early lead following a spell of dominance, firing home in the seventh minutes after GB goalkeeper Maddie Hinch had made a good stop.

Great Britain, though, levelled at the start of the second half when Richardson-Walsh showed good close control down the right before stabbing in after a scramble at the near post.

Sophie Bray almost scored a superb individual goal, slotting just wide after a weaving run, and Georgie Twigg's shot was saved at point-blank range by Belen Succi before Argentina regained the lead through captain Carla Rebecchi, who lashed the ball in from a penalty corner after 47 minutes.

However, Britain responded again with six minutes left as Richardson-Walsh tipped home Sam Quek's low drive to earn a hard-earned point.

Danny Kerry's side continue their pool matches on Sunday against the Netherlands who are top of the world rankings.

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