Germans pip Dutch for title

Mathias Witthaus emerged Germany8217;s saviour with a 66th minute goal as his side came from behind for a 5-4 win against Olympic champions Holland in the final of the four-nation Rabobank hockey tournament here today.

Despite an early onslaught from the Dutch, who took 2-0 lead by the sixth minute, Germany held their nerve till the last minute to emerge victorious at the Wagener Stadium.

The final minutes of the title clash saw some drama as Germany played with 10 players after Michael Green was sent off.