China advance to Asian Hockey Champions Trophy final after defeating Pakistan

Pakistan will now play third-place match while China will face either South Korea or India

By Web Desk

September 16, 2024

Players from the China and Pakistan teams seen in action on the field during Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2024 semi-final at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia, China on September 16, 2024. — Facebook./Asian Hockey Federation

China emerged victorious over Pakistan during a thrilling Asian Hockey Champions Trophy semi-final on Monday as it secured a spot in the tournament's final after a dramatic penalty shootout.

Both teams went head-to-head at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia, China, in an intense match during which the players from both sides showcased impressive skills.

Unfortunately, Pakistan struggled to alter the outcome during the shootout, resulting in a 2-0 victory for China, after missing four consecutive penalties.

As a result, China, much to the disappointment of the Pakistani side and their supporters, advanced to the final round.

The regular time of the match saw an intense battle between the two sides, each scoring one goal to keep the competition alive. China and Pakistan played with great pace and aggression, with both teams' defences standing firm.

China bagged the first goal in the second quarter, while Pakistan's Ahmed Nadeem found the back of the net in the third quarter, ensuring that the match went into the decisive penalty shootout.

China will face either South Korea or India, who will lock horns in the second semi-final.

Meanwhile, Pakistan are set to play a third-place match.

Remember, Pakistan lost to India 1-2 in their final round match on Saturday.