MALE: Pakistan forward Shayak Dost’s brilliant bicycle kick grabbed attention during the clash against Afghanistan in the four-nation football tournament.
The Green Shirts triumphed over Afghanistan 2-0 to clinch the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament final on Wednesday at the National Football Stadium.
Shayak scored a goal in the 23rd minute with a sensational bicycle kick goal after midfielder Otis Khan miscued his effort inside the box, with the loose ball falling perfectly for the forward to finish.
The goal opened the account for Pakistan and pushed Afghanistan on the back foot till the end of the game.
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In the second half, Afghanistan pushed for an equalizer but were repeatedly denied despite Pakistan making several substitutions. The scoreline remained 1-0 in Pakistan’s favour until the end of normal time.
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It was forward Harun Hamid’s tactical awareness in the seven minutes of added time that sealed victory. Hamid doubled the lead with a brilliant dribble to seal a memorable victory.
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The victory marked the first time the Green Shirts have prevailed in a senior men’s international final after the 1991 Asian Games.
Moreover, it was Pakistan’s first standalone title since sharing the Asian Quadrangular Football Tournament crown with India in 1952.
READ: Pakistan thrash Afghanistan to clinch four-nation football tournament
