Sunday, November 22, 2009

Pakistan Win U-18 Asia Cup Hockey Tourney


YANGUN: Pakistan defeated Malaysia 4-3 in the final of the Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey Tournament to win the gold medal.

The final between Malaysia and Pakistan was played in Yangun, a city of Myanmar, on Sunday.

Pakistan was leading the first half 3-1 but Malaysia displayed splendid performance in the second half and made the sensational match scoring two successive goals in the final moments.

However, the Green Shirts and Fought Bravely emerged Victorious in the end by 4-3.
President Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) Qasim Zia, secretary Asif Bajwa and selector Mujahid Rana congratulated the team is winning the Asia Cup.

The PHF president also announced a cash prize of Rs50, 000 for each player of the triumphant team.

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