BRUSSELS (Dunya News) – Belgium comprehensively defeated Pakistan 6-0 in the FIH Pro League on Friday, extending the Green Shirts' winless run to 11 consecutive matches in the competition.
The hosts dominated proceedings from the outset and kept Pakistan under sustained pressure throughout the contest. Belgium opened the scoring in the first quarter to take a 1-0 lead.
The world-class side tightened its grip on the match in the second quarter, adding two more goals to head into half-time with a comfortable 3-0 advantage.
Pakistan attempted to respond after the break but failed to convert their chances. Belgium struck again in the third quarter to make it 4-0 and maintained control despite occasional attacks from the visitors.
The fourth and final quarter saw Belgium add two more goals, completing a commanding 6-0 victory and exposing Pakistan's defensive frailties.
The defeat marked Pakistan's 11th successive loss in the FIH Pro League, underlining the challenges facing the national side against elite opposition.
Following the match, the Pakistan team is scheduled to travel from Belgium to England, where it will continue its campaign with fixtures against India and Great Britain.