India went down 2-4 to Argentina in the FIH Men’s Pro League 2025–26 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium.
Tadeo Marcucci struck twice, while Tomás Domene and Lucio Mendez added a goal each to secure victory. Argentina dominated early exchanges and capitalised on penalty corners to build a commanding lead. India fought back through Aditya Lalage and Sanjay in the final quarter, but the deficit proved too large to overturn.
Despite strong efforts from goalkeeper Suraj Karkera and missed chances from Harmanpreet Singh, the hosts fell short in the Rourkela leg finale.