ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy defeated Pakistan Army in a thrilling semi-final of the 37th National Junior Hockey Championship here at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium on Friday.

Navy defeated Army 2-1. Navy with a winning goal by Zakria qualified for final where they will face Pakistan Customs, which overcame Punjab Red 3-2 in another thrilling last-four match.

Around 300 players from 16 teams participated the 10-day long event, which started on Sept 25. The final of the event will be played on Saturday.

Published in Dawn, October 5th, 2024