Pakistan Hockey Team’s Last-Minute Goal Secures Thrilling 5-4 Victory Over Malaysia in Sultan Azlan Shah Cup
In a thrilling Sultan Azlan Shah Cup match in Ipoh, Perak, Pakistan secured a dramatic 5-4 victory over Malaysia with a last-minute goal by Abu Mahmood.
The intense 60-minute battle saw nine goals, showcasing some spectacular moments as the Green Shirts secured a hard-fought win.
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Pakistan opened the scoring early with Sufyan Khan converting a penalty corner in the ninth minute. However, Malaysia quickly responded, leveling the score through Abu Kamal Arzai.
With the first quarter ending 1-1, Malaysia surged ahead in the second quarter with Arzai finding the net once more. Arzai completed his hat-trick in the third quarter, giving Malaysia the lead.
Despite Malaysia’s dominance, Pakistan rallied back with two quick goals from Sufyan and Zikriya Hayat in the 50th and 53rd minute, respectively.
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Malaysia regained the lead in the 56th minute with Marhan Jalil’s goal, seemingly securing victory. However, Pakistan refused to relent, as Sufyan netted his third goal, levelling the score in the 59th minute.
In a dramatic turn of events, Pakistan earned a penalty corner in the dying seconds, which Abu Mahmood converted, sealing the victory in a nail-biting finish.
Pakistan’s next challenge awaits them against Korea on Sunday at the same venue.
