GIFU, Oct 1 — Forward Azrai Aizad Abu Kamal emerged as the hero for Malaysia after his goals secured a 2-1 win over four-time champions South Korea in the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games men’s hockey semi-final at Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium today.
The victory sent Malaysia into the final against defending champions India on Saturday, with the gold medal also offering an automatic berth at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
Azrai Aizad put Malaysia ahead in the 40th minute through a penalty corner before converting a penalty stroke three minutes later to double the national team’s lead.
South Korea reduced the deficit through Lee Gangsan in the 42nd minute, but Malaysia held on to its 2-1 advantage until the final whistle.
