MIXED FORTUNES AS MEN WARM UP IN CHINA

The England men's team are in Changzhou City for their bid to qualify for the 2006 World Cup. In 50 minute training matches against New Zealand and Malaysia over the weekend, England ran out 2-1 against the New Zealanders. Both goals were from penalty corners, the scorers being Rob Moore and and Glen Kirkham. England fared less well against the Malaysians, losing 2-1 - the England goal being scored by Richard Mantell. England meet Ireland in their first pool match on Wednesday 12 April.