Hockey Nationals 2024 Semifinal: Haryana and Odisha march into finals- HIGHLIGHTS
49' Much better from Manipur
They are having controlled possession in this quarter, something they failed to do in the previous quarter and are keeping Odisha away from their goal.
They should focus on making deep passes and circle entries if they want to make this possession meaningful
The final quarter of the first semifinal is underway!
Will we see a winning goal or are we headed to a penalty shootout?
End of Q3, Manipur 2-2 Odisha
Nothing to separate the two teams as they head in for a quick breather ahead of the fourth and final half.
Will we witness another penalty shoot-out? Only time will tell.
44' Odisha come close yet again!
Odisha have upped the intensity and a shot from Akash Tirkey was saved superbly by the Manipur keeper and then the defense scrambled to clear the ball.
Manipur have been a bit too defensive in the third quarter and have allowed Odisha more time inside their half, which is leading to Odisha making more circle entries and create chances.
PC deflected away by the defense!
Manipur's defense once again comes to its rescue as they parry away the PC
PC wasted by Manipur! It remains 2-2
They make a complete mess of the PC and couldn't get the shot away and also commit a foul.
Good chance squandered by Manipur.
40' PC for Manipur!
It was not given initially but Manipur successfully reviewed it and they've been awarded a PC.
34' Odisha having the better of possession
Like the first half, Odisha are having the majority of possession and Manipur are sitting deep in their half, in a disciplined block.
Manipur have shown they have counter attack well, and will be waiting for their opportunity patiently.
Second half begins!
Will the second half deliver the way the first half did? Only one way to find out!
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