We played well but just couldn’t score, says Sarjit

Giving his best: Malaysia’s Hassan Najib (left) in action against Japan’s Kimora Naru.

IPOH: The opportunities were there for the national hockey team to come out on top against Japan but the ball just couldn’t find the back of the net.

The Speedy Tigers missed out on the chance to defend their Sultan Azlan Shah Cup title after losing 2-1 to finalists Japan on Wednesday.