In this article we will explore the fundamental role that 1971 Men's Hockey World Cup has played throughout history, analyzing its impact on different aspects of society. From its origins to the present, 1971 Men's Hockey World Cup has been the subject of debate and analysis in multiple disciplines, awakening the curiosity and interest of experts and fans alike. Through a multidimensional approach, we will examine its influence on culture, politics, technology and other areas, to better understand its relevance in the contemporary world. By considering diverse perspectives and reviewing empirical evidence, we aim to provide a comprehensive view of 1971 Men's Hockey World Cup and its meaning in today's society.
The 1971 Men's Hockey World Cup was the inaugural edition of the Hockey World Cup. It took place from 15 to 24 October in Barcelona, Spain.Pakistan were the inaugural World Cup winners, beating Spain in the final, 1–0.
Participants
The first World Cup was the only one without qualification. It was an invitational tournament where the top ten teams from five continents were invited by the International Hockey Federation by merit of their performances in the Summer Olympics. The teams were divided into two groups for five each, with the top two proceeding to the semi-finals after the round-robin stage. Gold medalists at the 1968 Olympics, Pakistan, were grouped in 'B' alongside runners-up Australia, and Spain, the Netherlands and Japan. Group 'A' included Argentina, France, India, Kenya and West Germany.
As per statistical convention in field hockey, matches decided in extra time are counted as wins and losses, while matches decided by penalty shoot-outs are counted as draws.
The journalists covering the competition selected a 'world eleven' on 25 October 1971. Japan goalkeeper Satokazu Otsuka was named as player of the tournament.