Tournament details | |||
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Host country | Spain | ||
City | Madrid | ||
Teams | 10 | ||
Top three teams | |||
Champions | Netherlands (2nd title) | ||
Runner-up | West Germany | ||
Third place | Argentina & Belgium | ||
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The 1978 Women's Hockey World Cup was the third edition of the Women's Hockey World Cup. It took place from 16–24 September in Madrid, Spain. The Netherlands won the title defeating West Germany in the final on 24 September.
+ Play off match to determine semi final place