JAKARTA: Oman’s marched to the final with a win in the semi-final against Bangladesh. The team dominated early, with Ilyas Al-Nofli opening the scoring in the eighth minute. Though Bangladesh equalized through a penalty corner by Shohanur Subuj, Oman kept the pressure high.
Despite falling behind 2-1 after a counterattack goal by Bangladesh’s Ashraf Islam, Oman bounced back fiercely. Rashid Al-Fazari leveled the score, and Fahad Al-Lawati struck just before halftime to give Oman a 3-2 lead. The momentum carried into the third quarter, with Al-Nofli and Al-Fazari adding crucial goals. Although Bangladesh fought hard, Oman’s defense held firm, sealing a 5-4 victory and booking their place in the grand finale.
The players’ excitement ahead of the final is palpable. Star player Elias Al-Nofli expressed his pride and determination. Teammate Khaled Al-Shuaibi echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the team’s focus and readiness.
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Both players credited the Oman Hockey Association’s unwavering support for boosting morale and creating the perfect environment for success.
