Even as the Indian men’s hockey team’s bronze medal continues to glitter, every member of that 16-man line-up rues the fact that it could well have been gold if not for their painful 2-3 semi-final defeat to Germany.

However, a closer look at Team India’s statistics at the quadrennial showpiece reveals why they missed the golden glow. Interestingly, it also shows how the tables have turned, with India, who were traditionally known for skillful field goals, now relying on penalty corners, while the Europeans, who were PC 
experts, now scoring more field goals.