FIH Nations Cup 2025: Malaysia Pass to 5th Place Final

FIH Nations Cup 2025: Malaysia pass to 5th place final

Malaysia reignited their campaign at the 2025 FIH Nations Cup with a resounding 4-2 victory over South Africa in the crossover stage, putting aside the disappointment of missing out on a semi-final berth. Despite defeating Japan 2-1 in their final Group B match, the Speedy Tigers were edged out of the top four due to goal difference. Now, with a fifth-place finish in sight, Sarjit Singh’s men responded in style. Malaysia looked sharp from the op…

FIH Nations Cup 2025 | Clinical Malaysia defeat South Africa in Playoff Bracket

South Africa were left ruing missed chances as Malaysia capitalized on key moments to seal a 4-2 victory in the 5–8 playoff bracket at the FIH Nations Cup 2025 in Kuala Lumpur on Friday morning. Both teams would have hoped for better fortunes in the tournament, but with pride and placement on the line, it was a cagey start from both sides. South Africa drew first blood in terms of chances, winning an early penalty corner. Calvin Davis’s deflecte…