[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab announced a reward of Rs100,000 for each player of the Pakistan Hockey team in recognition of their outstanding performance in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2024.
Japan emerged as the champions of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2024 after securing a 4-1 victory over Pakistan in a tense penalty shoot-out.
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In the final match, both Pakistan and Japan, undefeated throughout the tournament, fiercely competed, resulting in a 2-2 tie by the end of regular time.
During the penalty shoot-out, Japan demonstrated dominance by converting all four penalties, while Pakistan managed to score only once.
This marked Pakistan’s first appearance in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup final after a hiatus of 13 years. The national hockey team showcased commendable performances throughout the tournament, defeating hosts Malaysia, South Korea, and Canada, and drawing with New Zealand in the group stage.
Mayor Karachi praised the Pakistan Hockey team for their remarkable skills, expressing pride in their achievement and reaffirming Karachi’s unwavering support for the national team. He emphasized the Sindh government’s commitment to enhancing the national sport and reiterated the city’s hospitality for the national hockey team.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
