"Representing the Country Is a Proud Moment”: Neha Goyal After Completing 200 International Caps at Nations Cup, New Zealand

India’s veteran midfielder Neha Goyal completes her 200th international appearance at the FIH Women’s Nations Cup, New Zealand, in their match against Uruguay. Hockey India extended their warm regards to the Indian midfielder on her achievement.

Neha Goyal expressed happiness on the occasion achieved at the Nations Cup, New Zealand."I am incredibly happy and excited to achieve the milestone of playing 200 international matches for India. Representing the country is a proud moment for me. I want to say a huge thank you to my mother, my husband, and Pritam Siwach ma'am for always supporting me through thick and thin. I am also deeply grateful to Hockey India, my teammates, and the coaching staff for their constant belief and guidance throughout my career." "My hockey journey has seen its fair share of ups and downs, but I always believed in pushing forward and never giving up. Every challenge has only made me stronger as a player and a person. Wearing the Indian jersey is the ultimate motivation for me. I am looking forward to the matches ahead and hope to continue contributing to the team's success." She opened up.

Dr. Dilip Tirkey, President of Hockey India, shared his thoughts on this special moment, "Earning 200 international caps is a massive milestone in any athlete's career. Neha has been a vital engine in our midfield for over a decade. Her ability to navigate tough situations on the field reflects her inner strength and character. She has consistently stepped up for the national team during crucial tournaments. We salute her immense contribution to Indian hockey and wish her continued success in the national jersey." Secretary General of Hockey India, Shri Bhola Nath Singh, said that Neha Goyal’s journey is an inspiration for young girls. "Neha's journey from an aspiring youngster to earning 200 international caps for India is truly spectacular. She represents the spirit of resilience and has proved that hard work can overcome any obstacle. Her presence in the midfield brings a unique energy to the squad. This achievement is a reward for her unwavering dedication to the sport. Her career will surely inspire many young girls across the nation to pick up a hockey stick."

The veteran midfielder began her career under the guidance of Pritam Rani Siwach, the former captain of the Indian Women’s hockey team. The Haryana-born made her senior international debut at the FIH Champions Challenge in Glasgow in 2014. She has established herself as the core support for the Indian midfield since the beginning of her career.

Sportscapeobserves that Neha Goyal has many achievements to her name, including the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham 2022, and the latest Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2025, where the Indian women’s hockey team pocketed a gold medal.