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NATIONAL TEAMS
International football across Asia — the teams, players, tournaments and stories shaping the game across the continent.
ANALYSIS
Asia’s ‘Generation Next’ ready to shine in Uzbekistan
The AFC U20 Asian Cup kicks off this Wednesday in Tashkent, as Uzbekistan play host to a second…
ANALYSIS
Is Queiroz the right man to take Qatar forward?
The long-awaited news that Carlos Queiroz will become Qatar national team coach was confirmed on Monday. The Portuguese…
ANALYSIS
Agony overshadows ecstasy as Iraq clinch Gulf Cup title
Agony, followed by ecstasy. The very best and worst that football can bring to a country will likely…
ANALYSIS
Bahrain emerging from the wilderness
The opening week of the 25th Gulf Cup has sure lived up to its billing. From the return…
FEATURE
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 more regional…
ANALYSIS
Anatomy of Disaster: Where did it go so wrong for Qatar?
The Asian Game’s coverage of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is proudly sponsored by SMC. Twelve years…
