Ukrainian Women's Hockey Team Triumphs Over Belgium at the 2026 World Championship - First Stage

The Ukrainian women's hockey team is making waves at the 2026 World Championship held in Hong Kong. In their third match of the tournament, the Ukrainians confidently defeated the Belgian team with an impressive score of 5-1, showcasing their strength and skill on the ice.

The match began with active play from the Ukrainian players, who quickly made their mark by scoring early in the game. Polina Telegina and Varvara Izmailova were the authors of the first goals, allowing Ukraine to take an early lead. However, the Belgian team did not back down and managed to narrow the gap by scoring a goal in the first period.

In the second 20-minute segment, the Ukrainians regained control of the game. Valeria Manchak-Yensen, demonstrating her prowess, restored the two-goal advantage, which boosted the team's confidence. The final period became a true triumph for the blue and yellow squad, as Tetiana Kyrychenko and Anastasia Nesterенко solidified the victory by netting two more goals against their opponents.

The final score of 5-1 in favor of Ukraine confirms the high level of play exhibited by our team. This marks the third consecutive victory for the Ukrainian national team at the 2026 World Championship. Previously, the Ukrainians secured wins against Mexico (4-2) and New Zealand (8-2), which highlights their confident gameplay and readiness for future challenges.

Thanks to these successes, the Ukrainian team currently holds the top position in the Division IIB standings. Their next match is scheduled for April 3 against the Hong Kong team, which promises to be equally intense and exciting.

The 2026 Women's Hockey World Championship is taking place in Hong Kong, and the group winner will earn the right to advance to Division IIA, while the lowest-ranked team will be relegated to Division IIIA. It is important to note that last year, the Ukrainian team finished third in Division IIB, so this year, the team has every chance of achieving success.

For hockey fans, our website offers the schedule and results of the 2026 Women's Hockey World Championship, allowing followers to keep track of the Ukrainian team's performances and their opponents in real-time.