Malaysia reach ACT semis after beating Bangladesh
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia outplayed Bangladesh 6-1 to register their third win in the Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar, Punjab, India today.
In a thrilling Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) match, Malaysia defeated Bangladesh 6-1 at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar, Punjab, India. The victory secured Malaysia's place in the semi-finals, following their previous wins against China and South Korea. Azrai Aizad Abu Kamal and Akhimullah Anuar Esook scored early for Malaysia, with additional goals from Azimuddin Syakir Kamaruddin, Shello Silverius, and Nik Aiman Nik Rozemi.
Bangladesh's Amirul Islam managed to score in the 26th minute, but Malaysia's defense held firm, converting 12 penalty corners while Bangladesh converted only one of their six. Coach Brendon Carolan praised the team's control of the game and their ability to capitalize on opportunities, while noting that Bangladesh struggled to recover after their loss to Japan earlier in the tournament.
Malaysia will now face defending champions India on Sunday and Japan on Monday in their remaining matches.
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