Pakistan stuns France in FIH Nations Cup semifinal: Muneeb ur Rehman shines bright

Pakistan's spirited comeback led by goalkeeper Muneeb ur Rehman secured a crucial win over France in the FIH Nations Cup semifinal, highlighting their rising form amid India's ongoing struggles with a record seven-game losing streak in the FIH Pro League.

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The Indian ExpressTimesofindia
Updated 47m ago
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Sources: Timesofindia
In a dramatic FIH Nations Cup semifinal, Pakistan stunned France with a 3-2 shootout victory after a 2-2 draw in regular time.

France initially led 2-1 by the third quarter, but Pakistan's resilience shone through as Waheed Ashraf scored twice to level the match. France managed to equalize in the dying seconds, pushing the game into a shootout.

"The shootout saw Pakistan's goalkeeper Muneeb ur Rehman shine, saving three attempts," a pivotal performance that secured Pakistan's place in the final.

Alongside Muneeb's heroics, Afraz, Hanan Shahid, and Waheed Ashraf converted their shootout attempts, sealing the upset.

This victory marks a significant achievement for Pakistan, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure against a strong French side. The match was a thrilling display of skill and determination, with Pakistan's comeback and shootout success highlighting their competitive spirit.

Meanwhile, India's men's team continues to struggle in the FIH Pro League, suffering a seventh consecutive loss, underscoring contrasting fortunes in the region's hockey landscape.

Key stats:
- France led 2-1 by third quarter
- Waheed Ashraf scored twice
- Shootout ended 3-2 in Pakistan's favor
- Muneeb ur Rehman saved three shootout attempts

This win propels Pakistan into the final, setting up an exciting conclusion to the Nations Cup.
Sources: Timesofindia
Pakistan stunned France in a thrilling FIH Nations Cup semifinal, with Muneeb ur Rehman shining as goalkeeper. After a 2-2 draw in regular time, Pakistan won the shootout 3-2, with key goals from Afraz, Hanan Shahid, and Waheed Ashraf, who also scored twice during the match.
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The Headline

India's losing streak deepens; Pakistan stuns France

Key Facts
  • India lost to Belgium 6-3 marking their seventh consecutive loss in the FIH Pro League and setting a new record for the longest losing streak.The Indian ExpressTimesofindia
  • Coach Craig Fulton expressed frustration after the Belgium loss, showing a grave tone and no smile, a contrast to his usual demeanor.The Indian Express
  • Pakistan men's hockey captain Ammad Butt posted 'Rafale down again' mocking India amid recent military tensions involving French-made Rafale jets.Timesofindia
  • Pakistan beat France in the FIH Nations Cup semifinal with a strong comeback; goalkeeper Muneeb ur Rehman shone by saving three shootout attempts to secure the win.Timesofindia
On the field, the match was a thriller. France led 2-1 by the third quarter, but Pakistan mounted a spirited comeback. Waheed Ashraf equalised and then scored again, only for France to level in the dying seconds. The shootout saw Pakistan's goalkeeper Muneeb ur Rehman shine, saving three attempts, while Afraz, Hanan Shahid, and Waheed scored to secure the win.
Timesofindia
Timesofindia
India lost to Belgium 6-3 for their seventh consecutive loss in FIH Pro League.
The Indian Express
The Indian Express
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Background Context

India's prior losing streak context

Key Facts
  • India's six consecutive losses before the Belgium match tied their previous worst streak from the London Olympics.The Indian Express
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