India Edges Pakistan 4-3 in Asian Games Hockey Semifinal Amid Defensive Concerns
India's hockey team narrowly defeated Pakistan 4-3 in the Asian Games semifinal after losing a 3-0 lead. Head coach Craig Fulton expressed relief but highlighted concerns over defensive lapses and missed scoring opportunities that allowed Pakistan to equalize. Fulton emphasized the need for better conversion of chances and maintaining team shape, especially against strong opponents like Pakistan. Despite the challenges, India secured a place in the final, with the coach noting important lessons for upcoming matches.
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news18 broke this story on 1 Oct, 01:34 pm. Other outlets followed.