ISLAMABAD:
Pakistan qualifies for the semi-finals after defeating Bangladesh 5-2 in an exciting contest.
Pakistan will face arch-rivals India within the semi-final on June fifth.
Kakamigahara, Japan: In an thrilling match of the Beneath-18 Asia Cup 2026—organized by the Asian Hockey Federation and being performed from Might 29 to June 6 in Kakamigahara, Japan—Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 5 targets to 2.
Pakistan opened the scoring early within the sport, with Abdullah netting two targets, beginning within the third minute. Adeel, Asam, and Yahya chipped in with one purpose every. For Bangladesh, Tarikul Islam and Manna Islam scored the targets, Pakistan’s Muhammad Yahya was named the Participant of the Match.
All through the sport, Pakistan’s forwards capitalized successfully on scoring alternatives, whereas the midfield and defensive traces maintained agency management for a lot of the match. With this spectacular victory, Pakistan has asserted its ambitions as a powerful contender for the championship trophy.
President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation Mohyuddin Ahmed Wani congratulated the gamers and crew administration on this magnificent achievement, praising the crew’s self-discipline, dedication, and efficiency. He said that this success is the results of the tireless efforts of the gamers, coaches, and assist workers, who’re striving to revive Pakistan hockey’s misplaced glory on the worldwide stage.
He added that the junior crew’s development to the semi-finals is a major milestone that may additional increase the event of junior hockey within the nation. The nationwide crew will now put together for the semi-final conflict, aiming to keep up their profitable momentum and step nearer to the ultimate and the championship title.
