India’s hockey team, led by skipper Harmanpreet Singh, secured a 2-1 victory over England in their final home match of the FIH Pro League at Kalinga Stadium. After losing 2-3 in the first leg, India bounced back with Harmanpreet scoring two goals in the 26th and 32nd minutes, with England’s Conor Williamson equalizing in the 30th minute. The match saw a goalless first quarter, but Harmanpreet’s penalty corner goals turned the tide in India’s favor. With this win, India completed their home leg with five victories and three losses, ending on a high note.
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Captain Harmanpreet Singh excelled with a brace of goals, leading India to a remarkable 2-1 victory over England, thus closing their home leg of the FIH Pro League on a high note on Tuesday. After falling to a thrilling 2-3 defeat against England in the first leg on Monday, the Indian side made a formidable comeback, securing a win in the final match at Kalinga Stadium. Harmanpreet found the net twice, scoring in the 26th and 32nd minutes, while Conor Williamson netted England’s sole goal in the 30th minute. The first quarter ended without goals, despite India’s persistent efforts to penetrate the English defense.
India struck first as Harmanpreet successfully converted a penalty corner in the second quarter, but Williamson quickly equalized, leaving the score at 1-1 as the teams headed into the third period.
To the excitement of the home supporters, Harmanpreet once again put India ahead with another penalty corner goal, shifting the momentum firmly in India’s favor.
India held onto their lead for the remainder of the match, concluding their home leg campaign with a record of five wins and three losses.
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