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SPORTS WORLD: Pakistan create history in Under-23 South Asian Games soccer: four gold medals in a row.

Business Recorder

| September 16, 2006 | COPYRIGHT 2002 Emmayzed Publications (PIT) Ltd. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

(From Business Recorder)

Byline: AFAQ AHMAD

Pakistan became the most successful team in the 22-year history of South Asian Games soccer when they won the gold medal for the fourth time in the Under-23 10th South Asian Games, beating hosts Sri Lanka 1-0.

Pakistan's success indicates the green shirters' courage, exuberant and stamina and above all untiring efforts of Bahraini trainer Salman Ahmed Sharida, who coached the team and prepared the boys to form an effective back-up for the national team.

Sri Lanka were not a frail opponent, but Pakistan, who defeated Sri Lanka 4-0 in the first SAFF Championship played in Lahore 13 years ago, entered the biennial tournament with the …

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