China staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Germany 3-2 in a thrilling FIH Pro League match on Tuesday, securing their second consecutive victory after triumphing over Argentina on Sunday.
The hosts Germany opened the scoring in the 10th minute when Lisa Nolte delivered a sharp reverse stick pass across the circle, which Johanna Hachenberg deftly deflected into the net at the near post.
China fought back in the second quarter, leveling the score at 1-1 in the 25th minute thanks to Huang Haiyan’s well-placed goal. However, Germany regained the lead just before halftime as Lilly Stoffelsma’s low shot found its way into the bottom corner, making it 2-1.
Undeterred, China equalized again in the 39th minute through Dan Wen. Her shot from the top of the circle, under heavy pressure, took a fortunate deflection off a defender, misleading the goalkeeper as the ball seemed destined to miss the target.
The decisive moment came in the 57th minute when Tan Jintong’s powerful drag flick sealed the 3-2 victory for China. This win elevates China to fourth place in the Pro League standings with 22 points after 13 matches, showcasing their resilience and determination on the international stage.
