The Indian side came into this match on the rear of three sequential successes, having lost their initial three fixtures.&nbsp;Argentina have been runners-up twice and won the bronze twice as well.&nbsp;

They qualified for the knockouts on the last day, after Great Britain beat Ireland in the last group match. By then, many had believed that India had gotten their hands on the qualifier&nbsp;game as they were set to confront the strong Australian side. However, the Indian Women's group had different thoughts!&nbsp;

Subsequent to beating the World No. 3 Australia, today India confronted a much harder test, as they took in the World No.2 group, Argentina.&nbsp;

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<h2>1ST QUARTER</h2>

India attacked immediately as they ran down the right flank to entered the attacking half immediately. The two sides rushed to execute their attacks, yet it was India who drove by a heavenly run from Rani Rampal scored a penalty corner. India won a penalty corner.&nbsp;

Gurjit strikes and scored an early goal for India were of a dream so start to this semi-final clash as they lead 1-0. Gurjit Kaur carried her celestial form into the semi-finals.&nbsp;

It was an incredible infusion and regent snare that set up the went for Gurjit, who has made her mark in these last two games. A straight incredible hit with the keeper in with no way.&nbsp;

<h2>2ND QUARTER</h2>

Argentina won a penalty corner. Captain Barrionuevo Maria Noel scored as she discovered the gap in the Indian defense. An incredible shot down to the attendant's left plank past Savita into the goal.&nbsp;

Argentina with their very own penalty corner levelled things up and were looking truly dangerous in the 2nd quarter. They will be disillusioned to not take the lead here, yet the Indian defense has been capable as well. The two teams have created chances, more from Argentina, yet the finishing has been somewhat poor.

<h2>3RD QUARTER</h2>

India couldn't track down the final passes, and have been moved on the backfoot by Argentina! Argentina enjoyed the ball possession and were coming in with a large number of attacks. India were solid with their tackles and made various turnovers in the midfield, however, they have battled to keep the ball with them.&nbsp;

Argentina scored. 2-1. The shot is deflected into the rear of the net and Savita caught on her knees as the ball went by her left shoulder.

<h2>4TH QUARTER</h2>

The trapping was an issue in this game, but India was keeping the ball possession better in the midfield in the last quarter.

India won the much-needed penalty corner, but couldn't convert&nbsp;

India penetrated a lot, and effectively as well, however inside the circle, Argentina have been exceptionally obstinate and have fought away everything.

Argentina does merit the win and they do have the right to walk into the finals. India then again ought to be amazingly glad for their endeavors, of what they have accomplished, and of what they were able to do.&nbsp;

India will now face Great Britain in the bronze medal match on August 6th at 7 am IST.&nbsp;

The Indian side came into this match on the rear of three sequential successes, having lost their initial three fixtures. Argentina have been runners-up twice and won the bronze twice as well.

The Indian side came into this match on the rear of three sequential successes, having lost their initial three fixtures. Argentina have been runners-up twice and won the bronze twice as well. They qualified for the knockouts on the last day, after Great Britain beat Ireland in the last group match. By then, many had believed that India had gotten their hands on the qualifier game as they were set to confront the strong Australian side. However, the Indian Women's group had different thoughts! Subsequent to beating the World No. 3 Australia, today India confronted a much harder test, as they took in the World No.2 group, Argentina. ALSO READ: Tokyo Olympics: 'Particularly special': Melinda and Bill Gates cheer for their 'future' son-in-law in Equestrian final 1ST QUARTER India attacked immediately as they ran down the right flank to entered the attacking half immediately. The two sides rushed to execute their attacks, yet it was India who drove by a heavenly run from Rani Rampal scored a penalty corner. India won a penalty corner. Gurjit strikes and scored an early goal for India were of a dream so start to this semi-final clash as they lead 1-0. Gurjit Kaur carried her celestial form into the semi-finals. It was an incredible infusion and regent snare that set up the went for Gurjit, who has made her mark in these last two games. A straight incredible hit with the keeper in with no way. 2ND QUARTER Argentina won a penalty corner. Captain Barrionuevo Maria Noel scored as she discovered the gap in the Indian defense. An incredible shot down to the attendant's left plank past Savita into the goal. Argentina with their very own penalty corner levelled things up and were looking truly dangerous in the 2nd quarter. They will be disillusioned to not take the lead here, yet the Indian defense has been capable as well. The two teams have created chances, more from Argentina, yet the finishing has been somewhat poor. 3RD QUARTER India couldn't track down the final passes, and have been moved on the backfoot by Argentina! Argentina enjoyed the ball possession and were coming in with a large number of attacks. India were solid with their tackles and made various turnovers in the midfield, however, they have battled to keep the ball with them. Argentina scored. 2-1. The shot is deflected into the rear of the net and Savita caught on her knees as the ball went by her left shoulder. 4TH QUARTER The trapping was an issue in this game, but India was keeping the ball possession better in the midfield in the last quarter. India won the much-needed penalty corner, but couldn't convert India penetrated a lot, and effectively as well, however inside the circle, Argentina have been exceptionally obstinate and have fought away everything. Argentina does merit the win and they do have the right to walk into the finals. India then again ought to be amazingly glad for their endeavors, of what they have accomplished, and of what they were able to do. India will now face Great Britain in the bronze medal match on August 6th at 7 am IST.

Tokyo Olympics: India lose 1-2 to Argentina in women's hockey semi-final, will play for bronze next

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said wins and losses are a "part of life" after the Indian men's hockey team <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tokyo-olympics-india-lose-2-5-to-belgium-in-mens-hockey-semi-final-will-compete-for-bronze-next-402499">lost the semi-final</a> clash against&nbsp;Belgium at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. PM Modi also wished the team for the next match and said, "India is proud of our players".&nbsp;

The Manpreet Singh-led team's dreams of entering the Olympics final after 41-years were shattered after they lost 2-5 to world champions Belgium in semis. However, they will now fight for a bronze in the Tokyo Games.&nbsp;

"Wins and losses are a part of life. Our Men’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020 gave their best and that is what counts. Wishing the Team the very best for the next match and their future endeavours. India is proud of our players," PM Modi tweeted.&nbsp;

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Both the teams were off to a thrilling start to the first quarter as India scored two goals back-to-back to take a 2-1 lead after the Men in Blue conceded an early goal with Loick Luyaert scoring through a penalty corner. For India, Harmanpreet Singh and Mandeep Singh were on the score sheet in Q1.

The tournament's top scorer and Belgium's star Alexander Hendrickx levelled the score 2-2 in the second quarter. He went on to score two more goals in the final quarter to complete his hat-trick, taking his team to the gold-medal match.&nbsp;

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Previously, India had booked a place in the semi-final through a 3-1 win against Great Britain in the quarterfinals This was their first semis since 1972. On the other hand, Belgium defeated Spain 3-1 to enter the semi-final of the event.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said wins and losses are a "part of life" after the Indian men's hockey team lost the semi-final clash against Belgium at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said wins and losses are a "part of life" after the Indian men's hockey team lost the semi-final clash against Belgium at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. PM Modi also wished the team for the next match and said, "India is proud of our players". The Manpreet Singh-led team's dreams of entering the Olympics final after 41-years were shattered after they lost 2-5 to world champions Belgium in semis. However, they will now fight for a bronze in the Tokyo Games. "Wins and losses are a part of life. Our Men’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020 gave their best and that is what counts. Wishing the Team the very best for the next match and their future endeavours. India is proud of our players," PM Modi tweeted. ALSO READ | EXCLUSIVE: Winning for my country was important, says Indian badminton star PV Sindhu on her Olympics bronze Wins and losses are a part of life. Our Men’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020 gave their best and that is what counts. Wishing the Team the very best for the next match and their future endeavours. India is proud of our players. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 3, 2021 × While the match was underway, PM Modi tweeted that he was watching, He wrote, "I'm watching the India vs Belgium Hockey Men's Semi Final at #Tokyo2020. Proud of our team and their skills. Wishing them the very best!" ALSO READ | Tokyo Olympics gymnastics: Simone Biles to compete in balance beam final I’m watching the India vs Belgium Hockey Men’s Semi Final at #Tokyo2020. Proud of our team and their skills. Wishing them the very best! — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 3, 2021 × Both the teams were off to a thrilling start to the first quarter as India scored two goals back-to-back to take a 2-1 lead after the Men in Blue conceded an early goal with Loick Luyaert scoring through a penalty corner. For India, Harmanpreet Singh and Mandeep Singh were on the score sheet in Q1. The tournament's top scorer and Belgium's star Alexander Hendrickx levelled the score 2-2 in the second quarter. He went on to score two more goals in the final quarter to complete his hat-trick, taking his team to the gold-medal match. Are you ready to cheer for 🇮🇳 Men's #Hockey team as they take on #Bel in their semi-final match today? It's going to be a thrilling game, so stay tuned for updates and keep sending in your #Cheer4India messages.#Tokyo2020 #Olympics pic.twitter.com/Fp8RFSOk1a — SAIMedia (@Media_SAI) August 3, 2021 × Previously, India had booked a place in the semi-final through a 3-1 win against Great Britain in the quarterfinals This was their first semis since 1972. On the other hand, Belgium defeated Spain 3-1 to enter the semi-final of the event.

Tokyo Olympics: 'Wins and losses are part of life,' says PM Modi after India lose men's hockey semifinal

Indian men's hockey team lost the semi-final clash against Belgium 2-5 on Tuesday (August 3) at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics 2020. Belgium's Alexander Hendrickx scored a stunning hat-trick to take his side into the gold medal match for the second Olympics in succession. India will next play for a third-place finish on Thursday.&nbsp;

Both the teams were off to a thrilling start to the first quarter as India scored two goals back-to-back after Belgium take a 2-1 lead after the Men in Blue conceded an early goal with Loick Luyaert scoring through a penalty corner. For India, Harmanpreet Singh and Mandeep Singh were on the score sheet in Q1.

In the second quarter, the tournament's top scorer Alexander Hendrickx produced a brilliant penalty corner drag-flick and struck into the left corner to level 2-2 against India. In the last moments of Q2, India won a penalty corner but Harmanpreet's drag-flick went wide of the target.&nbsp;

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In the third quarter, India won a penalty corner, but the Belgium team defended it well as the score was 2-2 at the end of Q3. Both the teams were brilliant with their defending in the third quarter.&nbsp;

In the fourth quarter, Belgium took the lead 3-2 after Hendrickx scored another unstoppable penalty corner. Hendrickx went on to complete his hat-trick from the penalty spot, and Belgium got a two-goal lead 4-2 when seven minutes were left to play. With six seconds left, John-John Dohmen of Belgium scored another goal for his side as he passed into an open goal, taking the lead to 5-2, which remained the final score of the India vs Belgium semi-final clash.&nbsp;

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Previously, India had booked a place in the semi-final through a 3-1 win against Great Britain in the quarterfinals This was their first semis since 1972. On the other hand, Belgium defeated Spain 3-1 to enter the semi-final of the event.&nbsp;

Indian men's hockey team lost the semi-final clash against Belgium 2-5 on Tuesday (August 3) at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics 2020. Belgium's Alexander Hendrickx scored a stunning hat-trick to take his side into the gold medal match for the second Olympics in succession.

Indian men's hockey team lost the semi-final clash against Belgium 2-5 on Tuesday (August 3) at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics 2020. Belgium's Alexander Hendrickx scored a stunning hat-trick to take his side into the gold medal match for the second Olympics in succession. India will next play for a third-place finish on Thursday. Both the teams were off to a thrilling start to the first quarter as India scored two goals back-to-back after Belgium take a 2-1 lead after the Men in Blue conceded an early goal with Loick Luyaert scoring through a penalty corner. For India, Harmanpreet Singh and Mandeep Singh were on the score sheet in Q1. In the second quarter, the tournament's top scorer Alexander Hendrickx produced a brilliant penalty corner drag-flick and struck into the left corner to level 2-2 against India. In the last moments of Q2, India won a penalty corner but Harmanpreet's drag-flick went wide of the target. ALSO READ | EXCLUSIVE: Winning for my country was important, says Indian badminton star PV Sindhu on her Olympics bronze In the third quarter, India won a penalty corner, but the Belgium team defended it well as the score was 2-2 at the end of Q3. Both the teams were brilliant with their defending in the third quarter. In the fourth quarter, Belgium took the lead 3-2 after Hendrickx scored another unstoppable penalty corner. Hendrickx went on to complete his hat-trick from the penalty spot, and Belgium got a two-goal lead 4-2 when seven minutes were left to play. With six seconds left, John-John Dohmen of Belgium scored another goal for his side as he passed into an open goal, taking the lead to 5-2, which remained the final score of the India vs Belgium semi-final clash. Our valiant campaign doesn't result in a Gold or Silver. We're still in contention for the BRONZE though! We tried our best but Belgium came better in the 4️⃣th Quarter. We face either Australia or Germany next in the bronze medal match. Stay tuned for more updates. #Cheer4India pic.twitter.com/Kkzuckzxlg — SAIMedia (@Media_SAI) August 3, 2021 × Previously, India had booked a place in the semi-final through a 3-1 win against Great Britain in the quarterfinals This was their first semis since 1972. On the other hand, Belgium defeated Spain 3-1 to enter the semi-final of the event.

Tokyo Olympics: India lose 2-5 to Belgium in men's hockey semi-final, will compete for bronze next

Indian women's hockey team will lock horns with Argentina in the semi-final with an aim to assure a historic medal at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 by making its place in the summit clash.

Indian women's hockey team will lock horns with Argentina in the semi-final with an aim to assure a historic medal at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 by making its place in the summit clash. After defeating three-time Olympics gold medallists Australia in the quarter-final, the Rani Rampal-led team reached semis for the first time at Olympics. Indian was off to a disappointing start in their Tokyo campaign, as they began with losses against the Netherlands (5-1), Germany (2-0) and Great Britain 4-1). The team then picked up the momentum and defeated Ireland (1-0) and South Africa (4-3) in back-to-back clashes in Pool A. They had entered the quarter-finals, thanks to Great Britain's 2-0 win against Ireland in their last Group A clash. ALSO READ | Tokyo Olympics: When and where to watch India vs Argentina women's hockey semifinal match If the Indian team manages to win, it will be the first time they will contest the gold medal match, with their previous best showing being a fourth-place finish in 1980. Argentina's women team have never won an Olympic hockey gold medal, but clinched silver at the 2012 London Games and the 2000 Sydney Games, the latter being where they earned the nickname Las Leonas, or lionesses. ALSO READ | Tokyo 2020: 'We will give everything again,' says 'Real Coach' of Indian women's hockey team ahead of semis Just raw, sheer emotions. 🥺❤️ This celebration of the #IND women’s hockey team after defeating world no. 2 #AUS had us all go through a rollercoaster of emotions! 👏🔥 Tokyo2020 | #UnitedByEmotion | #StrongerTogether | #Hockey pic.twitter.com/cZvyFWaXFy — #Tokyo2020 for India (@Tokyo2020hi) August 2, 2021 × Here are some details about India vs Argentina semi-final clash: India vs Argentina in the semi-final: In the semi-final clash, India will face Argentina after the South Americans made their way to the last four with a 3-0 win over Germany. They got past the quarter-finals for the first time since 2012. India and Argentina's run at the Tokyo Olympics: Both India and Argentina have played six matches before the semi-final. India won three and lost the other three matches. On the other hand, Argentina won four and lost two clashes. India: The Indian women’s hockey team is on a three-win streak now. They have defeated Ireland and South Africa in the group stage before knocking out Australia in the quarters. They however lost to Netherlands (5-1), Germany (2-0) and Great Britain (4-1) earlier, Argentina: Argentina had scored and conceded eight goals each in the group stage but slammed Germany 3-0 in the quarters. In the pool stage, they defeated China (3-2), Spain (3-0), Japan (2-1). However, they lost (0-3) to New Zealand and (0-2) to Australia. ALSO READ | 'Happy and excited': Olympic medallist PV Sindhu receives warm welcome in India - Watch Stats: Head-to-head Ahead of the Olympics, the Indian women's hockey team toured Argentina and had disappointing results. While playing against the senior team, India managed one draw and lost the other two matches. They also played four more matches as the first two were against Argentina's junior women's team (both were draws) and the two were against Argentina's B team (India lost both). Goals so far at Tokyo Games Indian team scored netted eight goals and conceded 14. On the other hand, Argentina scored 11 goals and conceded seven goals. Key players: India: Rani Rampal, Sharmila Devi, Navneet Kaur, Neha Goyal, Vandana Katariya and Gurjit Kaur have been the goal-scorers for India. Goalkeeper Savita Punia emerged as an integral part of the team. Argentina: Defender Agustina Gorzelany scored three penalty-corner goals in the six matches she has played so far. Forward Agustina Albertarrio is also an asset for the team. Who said what? "We have to keep fighting," Argentina's Maria Victoria Granatto said. "We are going to play one of the most important games of our lives." "We didn’t have much experience the last time we competed at the Olympics in 2016. We knew we had to go there and play well but weren’t aware of the level of competition that we faced. This time I know the expectations are more from the people as our performances over the past few years have been good,"India's Savita Punia said. Argentina vs India women's hockey squads: India: Rani Rampal, Savita Punia, Deep Grace Ekka, Gurjit Kaur, Nikki Pradhan, Udita Duhan, Monika Malik, Navjot Kaur, Neha Goyal, Nisha Warsi, Salima Tete, Sushila Chanu, Lalremsiami, Navneet Kaur, Sharmila Devi, Vandana Katariya. Alternate players: Reena Khokhar, Namita Toppo Argentina: Belen Succi, Sofia Toccalino, Agustina Gorzelany, Valentina Raposo, Agostina Alonso, Agustina Albertarrio, Maria Jose Granatto, Delfina Merino, Rocio Sanchez Moccia, Victoria Sauze, Victoria Granatto, Eugenia Trinchinetti, Micaela Retegui, Noel Barrionuevo, Julieta Jankunas, Valentina Costa Biondi. Alternate players: Sofia Maccari, Emilia Forcheri

Tokyo Olympics, women's hockey semi-final: India vs Argentina head-to-head records, preview, stats

Millions of exuberant fans are praying for India's success in women's hockey event at Tokyo Olympics 2020 after the Rani Rampal-led team registered a historic place in the semi-finals. After defeating three-time Olympics gold medallists Australia in the quarter-finals, the women's team is now being dubbed as medal hopefuls.&nbsp;

In the semi-final, India will take on Argentina to book a&nbsp;place in the gold medal match. Ahead of the match, the Indian coach Sjoerd Marijne thanked for&nbsp;"all the support" and said that "we will give everything again" while responding to a tweet of Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/indian-women-hockeys-coach-sjoerd-marijne-responds-to-ex-coach-shah-rukh-khan-as-team-enters-semi-finals-at-the-olympics-402382">Twitter exchange between the two</a> went viral, in which Sjoerd called himself "The Real Coach". He referred to a popular Bollywood movie 'Chak De! India', which is based on women's hockey in which King Khan played the role of coach, Kabir Khan.&nbsp;

See the Twitter exchange between coach Sjoerd Marijne and SRK here:

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After the quarter-final match, Marijne said, "How my heart was? It's still working. I was like but that's in every match in the last three games. The defending was not good enough especially defending in the circle. So we focussed on that. It also helps keep your mind away from winning and losing."

"It's all about the mindset. I told the girls that we have nothing to lose, so play free, and that's what we did today. It's like a dream come true. I think this is the Chak De India in reality," he added.&nbsp;

In the quarter-final, Gurjit Kaur scored India's winning goal from a first-half penalty corner, beating Australia goalie Rachael Lynch who had kept a clean sheet in the previous four matches.&nbsp;

As quoted by Reuters, Marijne said he has tried to instil big dreams in his players. "In India you must think big. That's what I said to my girls: 'If you aim for the clouds, you will fall on the highest mountain. If you aim for the highest mountain, you will fall on the ground'," he said. "We went for the clouds."

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After rather a disappointing start in the Olympics campaign, as they began with losses against the Netherlands (5-1), Germany (2-0) and Great Britain 4-1), India then picked up the momentum and defeat Ireland (1-0) and South Africa (4-3) in back-to-back clashes in Pool A.

After that Great Britain crushed Ireland 2-0 in their last Group A clash that helped India to enter the quarter-finals.&nbsp;

Millions of exuberant fans are praying for India's success in women's hockey event at Tokyo Olympics 2020 after the Rani Rampal-led team registered a historic place in the semi-finals.

Millions of exuberant fans are praying for India's success in women's hockey event at Tokyo Olympics 2020 after the Rani Rampal-led team registered a historic place in the semi-finals. After defeating three-time Olympics gold medallists Australia in the quarter-finals, the women's team is now being dubbed as medal hopefuls. In the semi-final, India will take on Argentina to book a place in the gold medal match. Ahead of the match, the Indian coach Sjoerd Marijne thanked for "all the support" and said that "we will give everything again" while responding to a tweet of Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan. ALSO READ | Tokyo Olympics: When and where to watch India vs Argentina women's hockey semifinal match The Twitter exchange between the two went viral, in which Sjoerd called himself "The Real Coach". He referred to a popular Bollywood movie 'Chak De! India', which is based on women's hockey in which King Khan played the role of coach, Kabir Khan. See the Twitter exchange between coach Sjoerd Marijne and SRK here: Thank you for all the support and love. We will give everything again. From: The Real Coach. 😉 https://t.co/TpKTMuFLxt — Sjoerd Marijne (@SjoerdMarijne) August 2, 2021 × After the quarter-final match, Marijne said, "How my heart was? It's still working. I was like but that's in every match in the last three games. The defending was not good enough especially defending in the circle. So we focussed on that. It also helps keep your mind away from winning and losing." "It's all about the mindset. I told the girls that we have nothing to lose, so play free, and that's what we did today. It's like a dream come true. I think this is the Chak De India in reality," he added. In the quarter-final, Gurjit Kaur scored India's winning goal from a first-half penalty corner, beating Australia goalie Rachael Lynch who had kept a clean sheet in the previous four matches. As quoted by Reuters, Marijne said he has tried to instil big dreams in his players. "In India you must think big. That's what I said to my girls: 'If you aim for the clouds, you will fall on the highest mountain. If you aim for the highest mountain, you will fall on the ground'," he said. "We went for the clouds." ALSO READ | EXCLUSIVE: Winning for my country was important, says Indian badminton star PV Sindhu on her Olympics bronze After rather a disappointing start in the Olympics campaign, as they began with losses against the Netherlands (5-1), Germany (2-0) and Great Britain 4-1), India then picked up the momentum and defeat Ireland (1-0) and South Africa (4-3) in back-to-back clashes in Pool A. After that Great Britain crushed Ireland 2-0 in their last Group A clash that helped India to enter the quarter-finals.

Tokyo 2020: 'We will give everything again,' says 'Real Coach' of Indian women's hockey team ahead of semis

Indian women's hockey team scripted history after they booked a semi-final berth at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. The Rani Rampal-led team pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory over Australia in the quarter-final to play semis for the first time at Olympics.&nbsp;

In the quarter-final, Gurjit Kaur scored India's winning goal from a first-half penalty corner, beating Australia goalie Rachael Lynch who had kept a clean sheet in the previous four matches. "It's a dream come true," India goalkeeper Savita Punia, who pulled the team through some of the hardest moments of the match with nine saves.&nbsp;

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/exclusive-winning-for-my-country-was-important-says-indian-badminton-star-pv-sindhu-on-her-olympics-bronze-402342">EXCLUSIVE: Winning for my country was important, says Indian badminton star PV Sindhu on her Olympics bronze</a>

In the semi-final clash, them India&nbsp;will face Argentina after the South Americans made their way to the last four with a 3-0 win over Germany. They got past the quarter-finals for the first time since 2012

Team India looks to continue their dream run and if they win, it will be the first time they will contest the gold medal match, with their previous best showing being a fourth-placed finish in 1980.&nbsp;

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tokyo-olympics-wins-and-losses-are-part-of-life-says-pm-modi-after-india-lose-mens-hockey-semifinal-402504">Tokyo Olympics: 'Wins and losses are part of life,' says PM Modi after India lose men's hockey semifinal&nbsp;</a>

Here's everything you need to know about India vs Argentina semi-final clash:

When is India vs Argentina semi-final? 
The India vs Argentina semi-final match is scheduled for August 4.&nbsp;

What's the timing of the India vs Argentina semi-final? 
The India vs Argentina semi-final match will begin at 3:30 PM IST as per the Tokyo Olympics official website.

What's the venue of the India vs Argentina semi-final? 
The India vs Argentina semi-final match will be played at the Oi Hockey Stadium in Tokyo.&nbsp;

Where to watch India vs Argentina semi-final? 
The India vs Argentina semi-final match will be aired in India live on the Sony TEN 2, Sony TEN 2 HD, Sony Six and Sony SIX HD TV channels in India.

Sony TEN 3, Sony TEN 3 HD, Sony TEN 4 and Sony TEN 4 HD will broadcast Tokyo 2020 in regional languages.

Where to watch India vs Argentina semi-final online/live stream? 
The India vs Argentina semi-final match will be available to stream online on the Sony LIV app.

Argentina vs India women’s hockey squads 
India: Rani Rampal, Savita Punia, Deep Grace Ekka, Gurjit Kaur, Nikki Pradhan, Udita Duhan, Monika Malik, Navjot Kaur, Neha Goyal, Nisha Warsi, Salima Tete, Sushila Chanu, Lalremsiami, Navneet Kaur, Sharmila Devi, Vandana Katariya. Alternate players: Reena Khokhar, Namita Toppo

Argentina: Belen Succi, Sofia Toccalino, Agustina Gorzelany, Valentina Raposo, Agostina Alonso, Agustina Albertarrio, Maria Jose Granatto, Delfina Merino, Rocio Sanchez Moccia, Victoria Sauze, Victoria Granatto, Eugenia Trinchinetti, Micaela Retegui, Noel Barrionuevo, Julieta Jankunas, Valentina Costa Biondi. Alternate players: Sofia Maccari, Emilia Forcheri

Indian women's hockey team scripted history after they booked a semi-final berth at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. The Rani Rampal-led team pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory over Australia in the quarter-final to play semis for the first time at Olympics.

Indian women's hockey team scripted history after they booked a semi-final berth at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. The Rani Rampal-led team pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory over Australia in the quarter-final to play semis for the first time at Olympics. In the quarter-final, Gurjit Kaur scored India's winning goal from a first-half penalty corner, beating Australia goalie Rachael Lynch who had kept a clean sheet in the previous four matches. "It's a dream come true," India goalkeeper Savita Punia, who pulled the team through some of the hardest moments of the match with nine saves. ALSO READ | EXCLUSIVE: Winning for my country was important, says Indian badminton star PV Sindhu on her Olympics bronze In the semi-final clash, them India will face Argentina after the South Americans made their way to the last four with a 3-0 win over Germany. They got past the quarter-finals for the first time since 2012 Team India looks to continue their dream run and if they win, it will be the first time they will contest the gold medal match, with their previous best showing being a fourth-placed finish in 1980. ALSO READ | Tokyo Olympics: 'Wins and losses are part of life,' says PM Modi after India lose men's hockey semifinal Here's everything you need to know about India vs Argentina semi-final clash: When is India vs Argentina semi-final? The India vs Argentina semi-final match is scheduled for August 4. What's the timing of the India vs Argentina semi-final? The India vs Argentina semi-final match will begin at 3:30 PM IST as per the Tokyo Olympics official website. What's the venue of the India vs Argentina semi-final? The India vs Argentina semi-final match will be played at the Oi Hockey Stadium in Tokyo. Where to watch India vs Argentina semi-final? The India vs Argentina semi-final match will be aired in India live on the Sony TEN 2, Sony TEN 2 HD, Sony Six and Sony SIX HD TV channels in India. Sony TEN 3, Sony TEN 3 HD, Sony TEN 4 and Sony TEN 4 HD will broadcast Tokyo 2020 in regional languages. Where to watch India vs Argentina semi-final online/live stream? The India vs Argentina semi-final match will be available to stream online on the Sony LIV app. Argentina vs India women’s hockey squads India: Rani Rampal, Savita Punia, Deep Grace Ekka, Gurjit Kaur, Nikki Pradhan, Udita Duhan, Monika Malik, Navjot Kaur, Neha Goyal, Nisha Warsi, Salima Tete, Sushila Chanu, Lalremsiami, Navneet Kaur, Sharmila Devi, Vandana Katariya. Alternate players: Reena Khokhar, Namita Toppo Argentina: Belen Succi, Sofia Toccalino, Agustina Gorzelany, Valentina Raposo, Agostina Alonso, Agustina Albertarrio, Maria Jose Granatto, Delfina Merino, Rocio Sanchez Moccia, Victoria Sauze, Victoria Granatto, Eugenia Trinchinetti, Micaela Retegui, Noel Barrionuevo, Julieta Jankunas, Valentina Costa Biondi. Alternate players: Sofia Maccari, Emilia Forcheri

Tokyo Olympics: When and where to watch India vs Argentina women's hockey semifinal match

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