New Zealand 2 v 2 Malaysia 
2009-08-12 18:30
No Venue | Friendly (National Mens) | Match Report(s)
The Black Sticks scored first two seven minutes into the match with an Andy Hayward penalty corner drag flick variation.
Several minutes later Malaysia later counter attacked and scored from the third of three consecutive penalty corners. They followed with a field goal putting NZ on the back foot until Phil Burrows pulled one back before half time.
In the second half no major chances presented either side, although NZ went close twice on corners with Petherick going over top and several Hayden Shaw attempts saved. Kyle Pontifex also did well in goal thwarting a couple of good attempts.
For the Black Sticks Ryan Archibald was a class above working his way out of tight spots, dirbbling well and giving great passes that should have resulted in more.
The final match of the series is in Taupo on Sunday. New Zealand lead with two wins and a two draws.
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