IPOH, Malaysia - (May 15): Australia won azlan Shah Hockey tournament beating Pakistan by 3-2.
Pakistan equalized twice. At the end of 1st half score was equal at 1-1. At the end of second half, score was 2-2.
Australia scored golden goal in 82nd minute and won the title.
In 79th minute Australia got penalty corner and it was converted in to goal by Ciriello.
Asian champion Pakistan beat Malaysia by 3-2 to reach Final after a close clash in Sultan Azlan Shah Hockey tournament. With this much-needed success against Malaysia, Pakistan is all set to meet Australia in Final of the tournament in Sultan Azlan Shah Stadium.
This was Pakistan’s 2nd successive victory in last 6 months against Malaysia, as Pakistan defeated Malaysia last November in Asian Games final.
Australia qualified for the final by beating Great Britain by 2-1 in second last round-robin league match. That was also a close nad thrilling match. Australia qualified for the Final, getting 13 points in 4 matches.
Pakistan has reached final of Azlan Shah Hockey Tournament after 2004; but Pakistan has previously won the Title three times. Pakistan Hockey seems to be on winning track because of their new foreign coach Micheal Dean and they are ready for big challenge ahead in form of 2012 London Olympics.
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