- Harmanpreet Singh scored two penalty corners to lead India to victory.
- Nadeem’s goal gave Pakistan an early advantage in the first quarter.
- India maintained control throughout the second half to secure the win.
India overcame a tough challenge from arch-rivals Pakistan in the group stage of the Asian Champions Trophy 2024.
Pakistan opened the scoring with a well-executed goal from Nadeem in the first quarter, but India quickly bounced back.
India Defeats Pakistan 2-1 to Continue Unbeaten Run in Asian Champions Trophy 2024
Harmanpreet struck again with a powerful drag-flick, giving India the lead, which they held onto for the rest of the match. Despite strong efforts from Pakistan to find an equalizer, India’s solid defense and control of possession ensured the game ended 2-1 in their favor, extending their unbeaten run in the tournament.
The second quarter saw a shift in momentum as India piled on pressure, with Harmanpreet scoring his second goal. His precise drag-flick put India in the lead and further fueled their confidence. Pakistan, despite having several opportunities, couldn’t find the finishing touch to breach India’s defense again.
India dominated possession in the second half, managing the game by spreading passes and maintaining control. While they sought a third goal to seal the result, Pakistan fought back with counter-attacks but lacked precision in front of the goal. Sukhjeet Singh missed a crucial chance that could have further cemented India’s lead.
Ultimately, India held firm, playing out the remaining minutes with composure. The win not only marked a triumph against their arch-rivals but also ensured their continued unbeaten streak in the tournament.
India’s 2-1 victory over Pakistan was a demonstration of resilience, tactical prowess, and leadership from Harmanpreet Singh. With this crucial win, India solidified their dominance in the 2024 Asian Champions Trophy, setting themselves up as strong contenders for the title.
“The game was a true test of our character, and we showed our mettle.” — Harmanpreet Singh on India’s win against Pakistan.
