Qualifiers revamp may boost Ireland

Ireland’s quest to feature at major tournaments could be made easier by a new World League which will revamp the qualification process.

Qualifiers revamp may boost Ireland

The International Hockey Federation’s (FIH) complicated new venture, which began in Prague this week, is divided into four rounds will take place over the next 19 months.

Once the continental championships have been decided, the World League will act as sole qualifier for the World Cup and the Olympics, doing away with the winner-takes-all qualification tournaments where both Ireland’s teams fell at the final hurdle in March.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited