Germany claim record-equalling 4th men's hockey WC with 1-0 win over Spain

Germany became the first team to win back-to-back FIH Men's Hockey World CupWorld CupWorld Cup titles, beating Spain 1-0 in the title clash at Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre, Belgium, on Sunday.

Michael Struthoff was the hero for Germany, scoring the solitary goal in the third quarter, converting Germany's rare opportunity in a clash that was dictated and controlled by Spain, as per Olympics.com. This is Germany's fourth Hockey WC title, making them the most successful team in the tournament's history, tying them with Pakistan's four titles.

Spain meanwhile made their first World Cup final appearances and dominated the match in terms of possession and chances for long stretches, but the German defence was way too solid and unbreachable for Spain.