Pakistan downs Oman 3-0 in opening match of 3-nation hockey tournament

Pakistan were off to a winning start at the 3-nation hockey tournament at Muscat’s Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex.

They defeated the hosts Oman 3-0.

All three goals came through open play

Pakistan were ahead by two goals at the half time.

Shafqat Rasool, who has been recalled after a long time, was one of the scorers.

Oman’s new head coach is Pakistan’s former captain Tahir Zaman.

SCORERS:

Pakistan: Ali Shan (13′), Ajaz Ahmed (21′), Shafqat Rasool (45′),

Thursday,s Match: Pakistan vs Japan

The three sides will play each other twice followed by a final between the

sides finishing first and second in the double league.