SPA vs AUS Match Prediction, Preview, Team News & Expert Analysis - 14th Match
By Akshay Thakur - Tue, Aug 18, 2026Last Updated on Aug 18, 2026 01:07 PM
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FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026
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SPA vs AUS (Spain vs Australia) Match Details
| Match | Spain vs Australia (SPA vs AUS) |
| League | FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026 |
| Date | Tuesday, 18th August 2026 |
| Time | 05:30 PM (IST) - 12:00 PM (GMT) |
SPA vs AUS Venue: Belfius Hockey Arena, Wavre, Belgium
SPA vs AUS Weather Report: The weather will be clean and there are no chances of rain.
SPA vs AUS (Spain vs Australia) Playing 11
Spain vs Australia (SPA vs AUS) Match Preview
SPA vs AUS Match Preview: FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026 will see Spain facing off against Australia on Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 05:30 PM IST.
Both teams enter this match with three points each, having won their opening games. Spain defeated South Africa 3–1, while Australia also beat Ireland by the same scoreline. Since Ireland and South Africa are also in Pool C, this match presents an early opportunity for both teams to strengthen their position.
Spain (SPA) Team Updates
Spains mens hockey team will aim to carry the momentum from their 3-1 victory over South Africa into the challenging match against Australia.
Captain Marc Miralles is a key player for the Spanish side, while Jose Basterra, Marc Reyné, Pepe Cunill, and Joaquín Menini add further experience to the squad. Under coach Max Caldas, Spain has options like Luis Calzado and Rafael Revilla for the goalkeeping position.
Spain will also be mindful of their recent FIH Pro League encounter with Australia, where the Kookaburras (the Australian team) secured a 3-1 win in Hobart back in February.
Australia (AUS) Team Updates
The Australian mens hockey team also got off to a winning start by defeating Ireland 3-1 in their opening Pool C match.
Having finished third in the 2025-26 FIH Pro League—winning nine of their 16 matches—the Kookaburras have entered the tournament as one of the top contenders. They are aiming to secure their fourth mens World Cup title, following victories in 1986, 2010, and 2014.
Spain vs Australia (SPA vs AUS) Hockey Match Prediction, Team and Tips
SPA vs AUS Match Prediction: Australia looks in good form in recent matches, They are the favorites to win the match.
SPA vs AUS FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026 Match Expert Advice: Marc Recasens will be a top multiplier choice for the small leagues. Lacalle Borja will be a decent choice for the captaincy in the grand leagues.
SPA vs AUS Head to Head
SPA vs AUS Head to Head Records: Spain vs Australia have faced each other in 8 matches in . Out of these 8 games, Spain have won 1 whereas Australia have won 6 Matches. 1 match draws
| Match Played | 8 |
| SPA Won | 1 |
| AUS Won | 6 |
| Tie | 1 |
Live Telecast
The match will be live telecast on Star Sports.
SPA vs AUS Team Analysis & Player Performance
- In Goal Keeping, both are good. You can choose any of one.
SPA vs AUS Winning Prediction
- Australia team has the upper hand over Spain team. So try to pick more players from Australia
SPA vs AUS Small League Must Picks:
SPA - Marc Recasens [178 points], Lacalle Borja [177 points]AUS - Blake Govers [410 points], Aran Zalewski [247 points]
SPA vs AUS Grand League Risky Picks:
SPA - Abajo Ignacio [0 points], Pau Petchame [0 points]AUS - Johan Durst [0 points], Flynn Ogilvie [0 points]
Spain (SPA) Key Players
- Clapes Gerard [PTs: 59, CR: 8.5]
- Alejandro Alonso [PTs: 69, CR: 8.5]
- Cunill Pepe [PTs: 129, CR: 8.5]
- Marc Recasens [PTs: 178, CR: 9.0]
Australia (AUS) Key Players
- Jake Whetton [PTs: 153, CR: 9.0]
- Nathan Ephraums [PTs: 174, CR: 8.5]
- Tom Craig [PTs: 188, CR: 8.5]
- Jeremy Hayward [PTs: 211, CR: 9.0]
- Tim Brand [PTs: 230, CR: 9.5]
- Aran Zalewski [PTs: 247, CR: 9.0]
SPA vs AUS Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
- Clapes Gerard [PTs: 59, CR: 8.5]
- Alejandro Alonso [PTs: 69, CR: 8.5]
- Cunill Pepe [PTs: 129, CR: 8.5]
- Marc Recasens [PTs: 178, CR: 9.0]
- Tom Craig [PTs: 188, CR: 8.5]
- Jeremy Hayward [PTs: 211, CR: 9.0]
- Aran Zalewski [PTs: 247, CR: 9.0]
SPA vs AUS Injury / Unavailability
Spain Hockey Team Injuries:
- There are no injury updates as of now.
Australia Hockey Team Injuries:
- There are no injury updates as of now.
SPA vs AUS Live Stream
SPA vs AUS match will be live telecast on ESPN, JioHotstar.
SPA vs AUS Hockey Match Highlights
You can watch SPA vs AUS match Live Streaming and highlights on ESPN, JioHotstar
SPA vs AUS match prediction video in Hindi will be posted soon
Spain vs Australia (SPA vs AUS) Squads
Spain (SPA) Squad: Jose Basterra, Marc Recasens, Alejandro Alonso, Xavier Gispert, Calzado Luis(GK), Abajo Ignacio, Cunill Pepe, Portugal Alvaro, Cabre-Verdell Pol, Clapes Gerard, Cunill Pau, De Ignacio Simo Eduard, Lacalle Borja, Joaquin Menini, Ignacio Cobos, Andreas Rafi, Marc Reyne, Pere Amat Caselles, Bruno Font, Nicolas Alvarez, Rafael Revilla(GK), Inaky Zaldua, Bruno Avila, Pau Petchame
Australia (AUS) Squad: Tom Craig, Tom Wickham, Blake Govers, Nathan Ephraums, Matt Dawson, Jake Harvie, Eddie Ockenden, Jeremy Hayward, Joshua Beltz, Andrew Charter(GK), Flynn Ogilvie, Jake Whetton, Aran Zalewski, Lachlan Sharp, Johan Durst(GK), Tim Howard, Tim Brand, Corey Weyer, Ky Willott
DISCLAIMER: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q-1, What is the Match prediction for today's SPA vs AUS match?
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