Pakistan, Aug. 12 -- Former Pakistan hockey captain Salman Akbar has joined the Japan national hockey team ahead of the FIH Hockey World Cup. Japan has hired his services to strengthen its preparations for the tournament. Akbar will work specifically with the team's goalkeepers during the preparation period. His experience as a former international goalkeeper is expected to benefit the Japanese squad.

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Salman Akbar will train Japan's goalkeepers for one week. The short-term assignment will focus on improving their skills and match readiness. His involvement comes as Japan prepares for the demanding World Cup campaign. The Japanese team is currently in the Netherlands for ...