Bulgaria’s women’s team made history at the EuroHockey 5s Championship in Wałcz, Poland, recording the nation’s first international Hockey5s victory. The breakthrough result marks a significant milestone for Bulgarian hockey and provides a memorable moment in the development of the women’s programme.
After facing strong opposition throughout Pool A on Day 2, Bulgaria’s persistence was rewarded with a landmark win, securing three valuable points and ensuring the team would not leave the competition empty-handed. For a developing hockey nation, the result represents more than just a victory, highlighting the progress being made as Bulgaria continues to gain experience on the international stage.
Ukraine, with an experienced side on display tops Pool A overnight with a perfect record, winning all four matches and finishing with a goal difference of +29.
Sweden claims second place with three wins from four matches, while Bulgaria’s historic success lifted them into third place ahead of Poland.
Results:
Pool Standings:
| GP | W | D | L | GD | Pts | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ukraine | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +29 | 12 |
| 2 | Sweden | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 9 |
| 3 | Bulgaria | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -18 | 3 |
| 4 | Poland | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -14 | 0 |
Photograph: Bułgaria celebrates: Mariusz Jarząb Sport Foto
