Manzoor Ul-Hassan, a former Olympian and member of Pakistan's bronze medal-winning squad at the 1976 Olympics, replaces Colin Batch, whose coaching style was favored by the players. The PHF's decision comes just a month after Pakistan qualified for the World Cup with a narrow 4-3 victory over Japan in the semi-finals of the qualifiers held in Ismailia, Egypt.
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Pakistan Appoints Manzoor Ul-Hassan as Hockey Head Coach
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The Pakistan Hockey Federation has appointed Manzoor Ul-Hassan as the new head coach of the men's national team ahead of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, marking their return to the tournament after an eight-year absence. This sudden decision has left players shocked and concerned about the impact on their preparation for the upcoming competitions.
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