Speedy Tigers reach Asian Games men's hockey final
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will face defending champions India in the Asian Games men's hockey final on Saturday after edging South Korea 2-1 in the semi-finals today.
KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia secured their place in the Asian Games men's hockey final, facing defending champions India in a showdown on Saturday. Malaysia defeated South Korea 2-1 in the semi-finals, with Azrai Aizad Abu Kamal scoring twice, including a penalty corner and penalty stroke. South Korea's Lee Gang San scored once in the 42nd minute.
South Korea played with one extra outfield player, fielding Kim Jae Hyon as goalkeeper, but Malaysia's Speedy Tigers could not capitalize on the advantage. Coach Brendon Carolan met his performance target by reaching the final, marking Malaysia's third appearance in the Asian Games final, following silver in Guangzhou in 2010 and Indonesia in 2018. India, aiming for their fifth Asian Games title, defeated Pakistan 4-3 in the other semi-final.
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