Pakistan’s men’s hockey team advanced to the final of the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup 2024-25 after a thrilling 3-2 shootout win over France, following an intense 3-3 draw in regulation time at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium.
The semi-final clash was packed with drama and high-paced action as both sides traded blows in a fiercely contested match. France struck early, netting two goals in the first quarter to seize control. Pakistan, however, responded just before halftime to reduce the deficit and stay in the contest.
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France regained momentum in the second quarter with another goal, but the Green Shirts showed remarkable resilience. In a spirited third-quarter comeback, Pakistan scored twice in quick succession to draw level at 3-3 and shift the pressure back onto their opponents.
With no further goals in the final quarter, the match went to a nerve-racking shootout, where Pakistan held their composure to edge out France 3-2. The win sends Pakistan into the tournament’s final and brings them a step closer to lifting the coveted Nations Cup title.
