Las Leonas vs. Spain for the 2026 World Cup: Day, time, TV, and how to watch online

Las Leonas, Argentina's national women's field hockey team, are set to compete against Spain this Saturday in their opening match of the second round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The game is scheduled for 4 PM Argentine time at the Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre, Belgium, and will be televised live on ESPN 2, with streaming available on Disney+ Premium.

Argentina enters the match as the favorite, having topped their group in the first round with seven points. Their performance included a draw against the United States and victories over Germany and Scotland. Spain secured their spot in this round by finishing second in their group, accumulating the same number of points as group leader Belgium but with fewer goals scored.

The historical record between the two teams heavily favors Argentina. In their 26 previous meetings, Las Leonas have emerged victorious 21 times, with Spain winning four matches and one ending in a draw. Their most recent encounter was on June 26 in the FIH Pro League, where Argentina secured a 2-0 win thanks to goals from Eugenia Trinchinetti and Brisa Bruggesser.

Betting markets also reflect Argentina's favored status, with odds indicating a higher payout for a Spanish victory or a draw. This match is a crucial step for Las Leonas as they aim to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.