Vice-captain Harmanpreet Singh continued his goal-scoring spree with a brace as the Indian men’s hockey team defeated an inexperienced Germany 3-0 in the first match of the two-leg tie to extend its lead in the FIH Pro League standings on Thursday.

Harmanpreet converted two penalty corners for India in the 18th and 27th minutes, while Abhishek scored from another set piece in the 45th minute. By virtue of this win, India are at the top of the table with 24 points from 11 games.