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FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers: The United States, which unexpectedly topped Pool B with an all-win record in three matches, will take on Japan, who were also unbeaten in their preliminary league matches, in a semifinal clash of the women's FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers, hoping to continue their dream run and secure a place in the Paris Olympic Games.

With three berths to Paris available in the event in Ranchi, both the finalists will be assured of their tickets while the third place will be filled by the winner of the playoff for the third and fourth positions.

Winning the semifinal means the team will avoid the hassle of playing in the playoff to secure a berth in the Olympics.