JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- National men’s junior hockey team head coach Nor Saiful Zaini Nasiruddin has described Pakistan as the favourites ahead of tomorrow’s final of the 2026 Sultan of Johor Cup (SOJC) at the Johor Hockey Stadium in Taman Daya.
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Key takeaways
Pakistan is favored to win the SOJC final against Malaysia, with both teams expected to play at a high intensity.
- Pakistan's mature lineup and quick attacks make them strong favorites.
- Malaysia's coach emphasized defensive discipline and close marking in the final.
- The match is seen as a 50-50 contest with both teams showing strong form.
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