AHF: Road to the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026: Pan American Cup Preview

Starting from 24 July, Montevideo, Uruguay will play host to the Men’s and Women’s Pan American Cups 2025 – the Americas’ premier hockey tournament running 24 July – 3 August – with the champions punching their tickets to the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026.

Tournament Format & Pools

Both men’s and women’s tournaments will feature 8 teams, split into Pool A & B, with the top two from each pool advancing to semi-finals while the bottom two teams will play for classifications and world ranking points.

Women’s Pools:

• Pool A: Argentina, Canada, Paraguay, Uruguay
• Pool B: Chile, Mexico, Trinidad & Tobago, USA

Men’s Pools:

• Pool A: Argentina, Brazil, United States, Uruguay
• Pool B: Canada, Chile, Mexico, Trinidad & Tobago

Match Schedule

Both tournaments will run in parallel from 24 July to 3 August.

The men’s competition will be the first one to get underway on 24 July with Canada taking on Mexico in the opening contest from the Pool B. The second Pool B match between Chile and Trinidad & Tobago will also be played later in the day. Pool A matches begin the following day with Argentina taking on Brazil in the first match, followed by United States vs hosts Uruguay later in the day.

In the women’s competition Pool A action will begin on 24 July with Canada taking on Paraguay in the opener, followed by Argentina vs Uruguay as the final match of the day. Pool B matches begin the following day with Chile vs Trinidad & Tobago starting us off, followed by United States taking on Mexico.

The pool stages will be played from 24 to 29 July followed by classification and medal matches to be played from 31 July to 3 August.

The winner of each competition will earn a coveted spot at the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium and Netherlands 2026. If Argentina women, who have qualified via the Pro League, win the women’s competition, the silver medalists will secure a spot at the World Cup instead.

The Pan American Cup 2025 are more than continental battles – they are gateways to the global stage in 2026. With top-tier opponents, continental rivalries, and national pride at stake, Montevideo’s hockey showcase promises high drama and exceptional skill.

Where to Watch

All the matches from the Pan American Cup 2025 will be available to stream on the Watch.Hockey app worldwide*. Click here to get your pass today!

*Except in Argentina due to broadcasting agreements in place.

Source: FIH.hockey