Which Hockey team was the winner of first Men Hockey world cup in 1971?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Pakistan.
- Pakistan won the first Men's Hockey World Cup held in 1971. Pakistan defeated host nation Spain with a narrow 1-0 victory. The only goal was scored by Akhtar-ul-Islam, securing Pakistan’s first Hockey World Cup title.
- Host Nation: Spain (Barcelona)
- Final Match: Pakistan defeated Spain with a score of 1-0 in the final.
- Significance: This victory marked the beginning of Pakistan's dominance in international hockey during that era, as they went on to win multiple World Cups later.