India defeats China 1-0 in the 2024 Asian Champions Trophy hockey final
India's Harmanpreet Singh scores the winning goal in a closely contested match
The Indian men's hockey team defeated China 1-0 in the final of the 2024 Asian Champions Trophy on Sunday. Harmanpreet Singh scored the only goal of the match in the 22nd minute, giving India their third title in the tournament.
The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams having chances to score.
India had the better of the chances in the first half, but they were unable to convert any of them. China came out stronger in the second half, but they were unable to find a way past the Indian defense.
Harmanpreet Singh's goal proved to be the difference between the two teams.
The Indian captain received a pass from Mandeep Singh on the left flank and drove into the Chinese circle. He then unleashed a powerful shot that flew past the Chinese goalkeeper.
The victory was a major boost for the Indian team, who are preparing for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The team has been in good form in recent months, and they will be hoping to continue their good run at the Olympics.
For China, the defeat was a disappointing end to the tournament.
The team had played well throughout the tournament, but they were unable to match India in the final.
The Asian Champions Trophy is one of the most prestigious hockey tournaments in the world.
The tournament is held every four years, and it features the best teams in Asia.
India has now won the tournament three times, while China has won it twice.
The other teams to have won the tournament are Pakistan and South Korea.
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