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Long-form stories exploring the people, places and forces shaping Asian football.
EXCLUSIVE: Cklamovski tasked with Tokyo turnaround
As the glow from Ange Postecoglou becoming the first Australian coach to be appointed at an…
Team of the Regime: the history of Esteghlal and Persepolis’ bitter rivalry
There are lots of insults and obscenities among Iranian football fans but none of them couldn’t…
Amir Ghalenoei: The General or Boss of the Mafia?
It was a long journey for Amir Ghalenoei to return to Iran’s bench after his sacking…
Is Ronaldo’s arrival Saudi Arabia’s ‘Beckham Moment’?
Think of everything you know about Major League Soccer, and then think how much different that…
“The worst I’ve seen!” – UAE football a ‘disease’
Everyone in Asian football has a vision. Japan has their 100-year vision, often held up as…
Iraq ready to take centre stage at historic Arabian Gulf Cup
Having enjoyed the world’s attention towards the end of 2022, the Arab world pivots to a…
“You have to win” – Remembering the World Cup’s most politically charged encounter
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Fear of Firsts: Saudi Arabia’s unwanted World Cup record
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From heartbreak to stardom: Portugal defines the rise of Mehdi Taremi
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Almoez Ali ready to lead Qatar onto the global stage
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Al-Dawsari matures into Saudi Arabia’s not-so-secret weapon
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Remembering Korea-Japan 2002: Legacy
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