By :Zeeshan Arshad
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :
In a thrilling encounter at the FIH Nations Hockey Cup, Pakistan lost to New Zealand 4-3. Despite the defeat, Pakistan qualified for the semifinals based on goal average, securing the second position in their pool.
The match saw some impressive performances from both teams. Abdul Rehman opened the scoring for Pakistan in the 13th minute, followed by another goal in the 14th minute, giving Pakistan an early 2-0 lead. However, New Zealand staged a remarkable comeback, with Scott Cosslett scoring a hat-trick and Nic Woods adding another goal to his team’s tally. Rana Waheed Ashraf scored Pakistan’s third goal in the 28th minute, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win.
Despite the loss, Pakistan’s goal average proved to be crucial, as they qualified for the semifinals by virtue of having a better goal difference than other teams in their pool. This achievement is a testament to the team’s skills and determination, and they will look to build on this momentum in the semifinals.
The FIH Nations Hockey Cup is a prestigious tournament that brings together top teams from around the world, providing a platform for teams to showcase their talent and compete at the highest level. Pakistan’s qualification for the semifinals is a significant milestone, and fans will be eagerly looking forward to the team’s performance in the next stage.
