Pakistan Defeats Japan 2-1 to Claim First Win in Asian Champions Trophy
On Wednesday, Pakistan clinched their first win of Asian Hockey Champions Trophy by beating Japan 2-1. The game took place at Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia, China.
Match kicked off with excitement as Nadeem Ahmed scored the opening goal for Pakistan in first quarter. Japan responded quickly with an equalizer in second quarter, making the game intense.
In the 10th minute of second quarter, Sufyan Khan scored a crucial goal, regaining lead for Pakistan. Japan failed to score again, and Pakistan held on to secure the win.
This victory was significant for Pakistan, as their first two games in the tournament ended in draws. They drew 2-2 with Malaysia on September 8. Their second game against South Korea on September 9 also ended in a 2-2 draw. Despite le...