U18 Asia Cup Hockey Tournament Schedule Announced

Published May 05, 2026 | 10:45 PM

The Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) has approved the schedule for the Men’s and Women’s Under-18 Asia Cup 2026

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 5th May, 2026) The Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) has approved the schedule for the Men’s and Women’s Under-18 Asia Cup 2026.

The tournament will take place from May 29 to June 6, in Kakamigahara, Japan, where Asia’s top teams will compete for the title, said a press release.

Participating teams have been divided into the following groups: In the men’s competition, Pool A includes India, Korea, hosts Japan, Chinese Taipei, and Kazakhstan. Pool B features Pakistan, Malaysia, Bangladesh, and China.

According to the match schedule, Pakistan’s junior team has been placed in Pool B and will begin its campaign against China.

Pakistan’s group-stage fixtures are as follows: Pakistan vs. China on Saturday, May 30, at 11am; Pakistan vs. Malaysia on Sunday, May 31, at 3pm; and Pakistan vs. Bangladesh on Wednesday, June 3, at 3pm. The semifinals will be held on June 5, followed by the final on June 6.