SEA Games 2023: Crush the Philippines 14-1, Indonesian Hockey Women’s National Team Has a Chance to Advance to the Finals

– The Indonesian women’s indoor hockey team opens up the opportunity to qualify for the 2023 Cambodian SEA Games final. This was after Indonesia defeated the Philippines with a score of 14-1 in the continued preliminary round match at Dinosaur Park Hall, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Wednesday (3/5/2023).

Desi Wardani and Ai Melis each scored three goals. Then two goals each were scored by Dwi Aulia Rahma, Annur El Islami, Patmawati, and Novita Since

Dhaarma Raj’s team was targeting a big win, seeing the tight competition from Malaysia and Thailand.

“Because the goal difference with Malaysia and Thailand will have an effect. So the three teams are currently wary of each other and are trying to score as many goals as possible. The additional 14 goals are very helpful in qualifying for the finals. Our target is currently qualifying for the finals,” said Dhaarma Raj quoted Between in Phnom Penh.

This result makes Indonesia temporarily at the top of the standings with 9 points thanks to three wins. Previously, the first victory was achieved by capturing Cambodia 7-1 and continued beating Singapore 4-0. Meanwhile, Malaysia and Thailand are in second and third place with both pocketing 7 points from two wins and one draw.

The Red and White squad has two matches remaining against Thailand on Thursday (4/5/2023) and Malaysia on Saturday (6/5/2023).

Watch live streaming of BTV programs here