EXPLORE THE ASIAN GAME
Football through an Asian lens.
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TOURNAMENTS & COMPETITIONS
The tournaments, championships and competitions shaping football across Asia — from national teams to the continental club game.
ANALYSIS
Mahrez leads Al Ahli’s quiet charge amid Riyadh rivals’ roar
For a squad worth close to an estimated US$200 million, it’s bewildering how Al Ahli have almost flown…
ANALYSIS
Kawasaki the last hope for the East amidst a sea change in Asia
Asian football has changed, that much we know. Kawasaki Frontale’s AFC Champions League Elite semi-final against Al Nassr…
ANALYSIS
Al Hilal put Gwangju to the sword in statement win
They might’ve been in Jeddah rather than their usual abode in Riyadh, but the Blue Wave still gathered…
OPINION
Who can challenge Saudi supremacy in Asia?
All eyes will be on Jeddah over the next eight days as Asia’s best converge on the shores…
OPINION
OUR VERDICT: Can anyone stop Saudi sides claiming continental crown?
With the finals of the AFC Champions League Elite due to kick off this weekend in Jeddah, on…
ANALYSIS
Iran’s qualification met by muted celebrations… but why?
On the fifth day of the Iranian New Year, a 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan was enough for Iran…