India vs Germany Semi-Final 1 went underway at the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium in Colombes on Tuesday. World Number 2 Germany is taking on World Number 5 India at the historic Paris Olympics hockey semi-final. The Men In Blue who were down to 15 members squad due to a red card to a player in the last match showcased an aggressive and attacking start. India drew first blood when Indian Hockey Team skipper Harmanpreet Singh scored the first goal for the country, making his 8th of the tournament.
Harmanpreet Singh scored the first goal for India during the penalty corner. Before, this, Hardik Singh earned two back-to-back penalty corners. Currently, the scoreline is 1-0 with India leading.
Who is Harmanpreet Singh?
Born on 6th January 1996 at Timmowal Village near Jandiala Guru township of Amritsar in a farmers’ family, Harmanpreet Singh is the captain of the Indian Men's Hockey Team. He is an ace drag-flicker and defender. After defeating Great Britain & qualifying at the Paris Olympics semi-final, Harmanpreet Singh said that the team is giving their everything to win India their 9th gold medal in hockey at the Olympic Games.