Pakistan defeated Austria 4-2 of their third match of the FIH Males’s World Cup Qualifier to succeed in semi-finals
Pakistan defeated Austria 4-2 of their third match of the FIH Males’s World Cup Qualifier Spherical, strengthening their place on the high of the pool standings and securing a spot within the semi-finals.
Pakistan delivered a disciplined efficiency on the Suez Canal Hockey Stadium, with ahead Abu Bakar Mahmood scoring twice to guide the assault. Afraz and Muhammad Sufyan Khan added a objective every to finish the scoring for the Asian aspect.
Austria’s resistance got here by means of objectives from Kellner and Scholz, however Pakistan maintained management for many of the match to seal a 4-2 victory.
Pakistan captain Ammad Shakeel Butt mentioned after the match that sturdy group morale and unity had performed a key position within the group’s unbeaten run within the qualifiers.
“Our confidence is excessive and the group spirit is great. We’re targeted on delivering our greatest within the semi-final and, Insha’Allah, securing qualification for the 2026 Hockey World Cup,” he mentioned.
Officers of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, together with president Mohyuddin Ahmed Wani and committee members Islahuddin Siddiqui, Hassan Sardar and chief selector Samiullah Khan, congratulated the group on their undefeated run within the pool stage and wished them success within the semi-finals.
Butt mentioned qualifying for the World Cup can be a particular present for the nation.
“We need to give this achievement to the individuals of Pakistan who at all times assist us with their prayers,” he mentioned. “This group is set to carry medals and delight again to the nation.”
