Former Pakistan hockey captain Salman Akbar has joined the Japan national hockey team ahead of the FIH Hockey World Cup. Read More: Hockey Olympian Salman Akbar takes up coaching in JapanSalman Akbar will train Japan’s goalkeepers for one week. Meanwhile, Japan is preparing to compete against some of the world’s leading hockey teams. The FIH Hockey World Cup provides a major platform for international sides. His experience could provide valuable support as Japan prepares for the World Cup.