Pakistan sent a strong warning to India today when they thrashed Germany 5-2 to take the top-of-the-table position in the Champions Trophy. The former champions were leading 3-0 but the Germans pulled back with two goals in the second half.But the subcontinental powerhouse kept their nerves and recovered in the last 15 minutes to further increase their tally by two goals. In fact, these goal margins could play a crucial role in deciding the teams for the finals. Its unlikely that the Dutch will face major problems from Argentina when they play the Latin American team later in the day.Overall, the Pakistanis have looked more impressive than India. Pakistan first drew with defending champions Holland 2-2 and then beat Argentina 6-5. Today against Germany, Kashif Jawas and Rehan Butt scored a brace each while penalty-corner expert Sohail Abbas accounted for one goal.
