The defeat dealt a massive blow to India’s campaign and put paid to their hopes of topping their pool
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Their campaign might be back on track following a massive win over lowly Canada, but defending champions India are still not out of the woods and would need to beat Poland in their final Pool B match to qualify for the quarter-finals of the Junior Hockey World Cup here on Saturday.
The Indians, one of the pre-tournament favourites, were given a rude shock in their opener when France stunned them 5-4. The defeat dealt a massive blow to India’s campaign and put paid to their hopes of topping their pool. With one win and a defeat, India are currently placed second in Pool B ahead of Poland on goal difference. France, who have a perfect record till now, are set to top the pool.
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