Para Hockey World Cup 2026

Belgium & Netherlands / August 20–24, 2026

For the first time in history, the Para Hockey World Cup is coming to Belgium and the Netherlands!
Over four days, the world’s best teams will gather at the club in Louvain-la-Neuve (and at Myra club in the Netherlands) to celebrate inclusive hockey through an exceptional competition.

➔ The final will take place on August 24 at the Belfius Hockey Arena, just before the Red Panthers match.

Discover the match schedule

A 100% free, 100% inclusive event

Another key highlight of this Para Hockey World Cup is its full accessibility: entry is completely free and open to everyone. A unique opportunity to discover this inspiring sport in a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, without any barriers.

Organized in Louvain-la-Neuve, just ten minutes from Wavre, the competition fits perfectly into the overall dynamics of the World Cup. Hockey fans will have a rare opportunity to enjoy a full 360° experience: attend para hockey matches during the day, then extend the experience in the evening with “classic” World Cup matches in Wavre, including those of the Belgian teams.

An ideal combination to turn your visit into a true “hockey trip,” full of emotions, discoveries, and shared moments.

Participating teams

An international competition, two pools, one title.
The Para Hockey World Cup will bring together teams from all over the world. They will be divided into two pools, with each team playing against all others in its group.

Here is the list of participating teams:

  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Bulgaria
  • France
  • Germany
  • England
  • Argentina
  • Chile
  • Paraguay
  • USA
  • Zambia
  • Malaysia
  • Pakistan
  • India

Match schedule in Belgium

The tournament in Belgium will take place at: Louvain-la-Neuve Hockey Club, with classification matches & finals at the Belfius Hockey Arena (BE).

Each day will feature several matches in each pool.

Thursday 20 August

Louvain-la-Neuve

Pool Pitch Time Team1 Team2
A 1 10:00 BELGIUM UNITED STATES
A 2 10:00 ITALY PARAGUAY
A 1 11:15 GERMANY ZAMBIA
A 2 11:15 FRANCE PAKISTAN
A 1 15:00 BELGIUM PARAGUAY
A 2 15:00 ITALY ZAMBIA
A 1 16:15 GERMANY PAKISTAN
A 2 16:15 FRANCE UNITED STATES

Friday 21 August

Louvain-la-Neuve

Pool Pitch Time Team1 Team2
A 1 10:00 GERMANY FRANCE
A 2 10:00 PARAGUAY UNITED STATES
A 1 11:15 BELGIUM ZAMBIA
A 2 11:15 ITALY PAKISTAN
A 1 15:00 GERMANY UNITED STATES
A 2 15:00 ZAMBIA PARAGUAY
A 1 16:15 ITALY FRANCE
A 2 16:15 BELGIUM PAKISTAN

Saturday 22 August

Louvain-la-Neuve

Pool Pitch Time Team1 Team2
A 1 10:00 ITALY UNITED STATES
A 2 10:00 BELGIUM GERMANY
A 1 11:15 FRANCE PARAGUAY
A 2 11:15 PAKISTAN ZAMBIA
A 1 15:00 FRANCE ZAMBIA
A 2 15:00 UNITED STATES PAKISTAN
A 1 16:15 BELGIUM ITALY
A 2 16:15 GERMANY PARAGUAY

Sunday 23 August

Louvain-la-Neuve

Pool Pitch Time Team1 Team2
A 1 10:00 PAKISTAN PARAGUAY
A 2 10:00 ZAMBIA UNITED STATES
A 1 11:15 ITALY GERMANY
A 2 11:15 BELGIUM FRANCE

Monday 24 August

Belfius Hockey Arena

Pool Pitch Time Team1 Team2
13/16 2 12:55 7th POOLA 8th POOLA
9/12 1 12:55 5th POOLA 6th POOLA
5/8 2 19:05 3rd POOLA 4th  POOLA
Final 1 19:05 1st POOLA 1st POOLB

A celebration of sport for everyone

Alongside the tournament, a full program of inclusive activities will take place throughout the week.

August 19

  • Seminar on the inclusion of people with disabilities in companies
  • Opening ceremony in collaboration with Sportéa

August 20

  • Festi-Handisport in collaboration with Ligue Handisport Francophone

August 21

  • Inter-institution Para Hockey Championship in collaboration with Ligue Handisport Francophone

August 22

  • Tournament with Belgian Para hockey departments

August 23

  • Play Unified Tournament

August 21–23

  • Global training for Para hockey coaches

Contacts

For any questions:
justine.mahiat@hockey.be & alice.somerhausen@hockey.be