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ROAD TO RIYADH
The Journey to Asia’s Greatest Prize.
Road to Riyadh follows the road to the AFC Asian Cup 2027, exploring the teams, players, storylines and defining moments shaping the build-up to Asia’s biggest international tournament — and the race to lift the continent’s greatest prize in Saudi Arabia.
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ABOUT ROAD TO RIYADH
Road to Riyadh is The Asian Game’s dedicated journey to the AFC Asian Cup 2027 in Saudi Arabia.
From qualification and international windows to squad building, emerging contenders and the stories shaping each nation’s path, the show follows the road to Asia’s biggest international tournament from every angle.
Each episode brings together informed discussion, analysis and perspective on the teams, players, coaches and defining moments that will shape the battle for the continent’s greatest prize in Riyadh.
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