India Vs Belgium; Sultan Azlan Shah Cup Hockey Final 2025 Update | India loses in Azlan Shah Cup final: Belgium beats 1-0; Won the Cup for the first time; Indian team could not capitalize on three penalty corners

The Indian team had to be satisfied with the silver medal.

India was defeated 1-0 by Belgium in the final of Sultan Azlan Shah Cup played in Malaysia on Sunday. The only goal of the match was scored by Thibo Stockbrooks in the 34th minute. India got three penalty corners, but the team could not convert them and had to be content with the silver medal.

India’s strong defense in the first half The final match between India and Belgium was fast paced and tough. From the beginning, Belgium enjoyed more ball possession and continued attacks from both flanks. Despite this, the Indian goalkeeper made excellent saves on many occasions.

Belgium got two penalty corners in the opening minutes, but the Indian defense thwarted both the chances. Neither team could score a goal till half time and the score remained 0-0.

There was no goal scored by either team till half time.

Belgium’s dominance in the second half In the second half, Belgium picked up a better rhythm and started increasing pressure in the Indian circle. India made some good moves, but could not overcome Belgium’s defense line even in the third quarter.

Meanwhile, in the 34th minute, Stockbrooks gave Belgium the lead by scoring a goal. In the last quarter, India made several attempts to equalize, but Belgium’s defense remained very strong and Indian attacks kept failing.

India’s second defeat in the tournament This was India’s second defeat in this tournament. Belgium had also defeated India 3-2 in the league stage. At the same time, on November 29, India defeated Canada 14-3 and made it to the finals.

Jugraj Singh, Amit Rohidas and Sanjay performed well in the penalty corners during this tournament, but could not dodge the solid Belgian defense in the final.

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