India Clinches 5th Asian Champions Trophy With 1-0 Win Over China

The Indian men’s hockey team secured their 5th Asian Champions Trophy title by defeating a resilient China 1-0 in the final on September 17.

Jugraj Singh scored the decisive goal in the 51st minute, sealing the victory for India after a hard-fought match. Despite being the favorites, India was challenged by China’s solid defense throughout the game.

India and China had previously faced off in the tournament opener, where India won 3-0. However, the final proved to be a tougher contest as China put India’s defense under pressure and kept the game goalless at half-time.

Congratulations to the Indian Men's Hockey Team on clinching their record-breaking 5th Asian Champions Trophy title! 🏆🏑

With a hard-fought 1-0 victory over China, India have not only retained their crown from 2023 but also solidified their position as the most successful team… pic.twitter.com/akCC5N6kGv
— Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) September 17, 2024

Indian captain Harmanpreet Singh and his team created several opportunities but were unable to convert, thanks to China’s disciplined defense.

Jugraj Singh’s breakthrough in the final quarter, following a fine setup by Harmanpreet, finally gave India the edge. Despite China’s late surge and the introduction of a flying goalkeeper, India held on to secure the title.

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