Pakistan begin Azlan Shah campaign with 3-1 win

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan defeated Canada 3-1 in their opening match of the 25th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup on Wednesday in Ipoh Malaysia.

According to information received here, Mohammad Qadir scored two goals in the first half of the match.

However Canada’s Richard Holdreth reduced the deficit in the 48th minute.

Mohammad Tousiq hit another goal for Pakistan on a penalty corner to give Pakistan a 3-1 lead.

Pakistan maintained the lead till the end to win the fixture.

Seven countries - hosts Malaysia, Pakistan, Australia, Japan, India, New Zealand and Canada are competing in the event.

Pakistan will play their second match on April 9, against New Zealand.