Pakistan qualify for Junior Hockey Asia Cup semi-finals after beating Malaysia 5-2
Pakistan’s junior hockey team qualified for the semi-finals of the Men’s Junior Hockey Asia Cup after defeating Malaysia 5-2 in China on Monday. Pakistan, one of the strongest sides in Pool B, trailed 1-0 at half-time after Malaysia’s Muhammad Salehi scored in the ninth minute. The Pakistani side staged a remarkable comeback in the third quarter, scoring five goals to take control of the contest.…
Pakistan's junior hockey team secured their place in the semi-finals of the Men's Junior Hockey Asia Cup after a 5-2 victory over Malaysia in China on Monday. Pakistan, a formidable force in Pool B, trailed 1-0 at halftime following Malaysia's Muhammad Salehi's goal in the ninth minute. However, Pakistan staged an impressive comeback in the third quarter, scoring five goals to assert their dominance.
Nadeem Khan equalized in the 32nd minute, followed by Abdullah Sami Rana's goal four minutes later. Waleed Rana then added two more goals in quick succession in the 39th and 40th minutes, extending Pakistan's lead. Ali Hamza completed the scoring for Pakistan in the 41st minute, while Malaysia's Ganaselin Dheeresh scored a consolation goal in the 54th minute.
Waleed Rana was the star of the match, scoring twice, and Ali Hamza was named Player of the Match. This victory marked Pakistan's third consecutive win in the tournament, with the team remaining unbeaten so far.
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