PODCAST
The Asian Game – Episode 55
Normal service resumes on the podcast, and on this week’s show we talk with Matildas superstar Caitlin Foord about her recent move to Arsenal and the prospect of playing in a home FIFA Women’s World […]
Year: 2020
FEATURES
Vale Ahmed Radhi
“I still remember the moment when the old Kurdish peddler came into the house, accompanied by my father, to pick up our TV,” wrote Iraqi journalist Mizer Kamal. “I cried and begged my mother to […]
PODCAST
State of the Game: Youth Development
In the latest episode of our State of the Game series we explore the area of youth development and ask whether Asia is on the right track? Joining us for this discussion are Philippe Troussier […]
FEATURES
Muang Loei United: Fighting for promotion in a post-COVID world
The COVID-19 crisis has hit clubs hard, especially those lower down the football pyramid. Muang Loei United in particular have been impacted by two major post-COVID decisions from the Thai FA and face unique challenges […]
PODCAST
State of the Game: Australia/NZ Women’s World Cup Bid
On a special edition of the podcast, we are joined by the General Manager for the Australia & New Zealand joint bid for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, Jane Fernandez, to discuss the state […]
PODCAST
State of the Game: Women’s Football
In the third of our State of the Game series of feature podcasts we explore the state of the women’s game in Asia and ask whether Asian football is keeping up with the rate of […]
ANALYSIS
Muangthong United’s risky ‘rebuild’
Clubs across the world are grappling with player pay cuts to cope with the financial difficulties enforced by COVID-19. However, for Thai League giants Muangthong United, the crisis has added to deep financial problems already […]
INTERVIEWS
Alipour: ‘Faghani is world’s best referee’
Iran’s most famous referee, Alireza Faghani, made headlines when he decided to move to Australia last year, instantly becoming one of the most respected whistleblowers in Australia’s A-League. While Faghani is closer to the end […]
INTERVIEWS
Arabian Gulf League charts post-COVID-19 path forward
Just over a week ago we witnessed the much anticipated kick-off of the 2020 K League season. While all matches were played behind closed doors, the significance of it lies in the fact that South […]
PODCAST
State of the Game: Surviving COVID-19
The Coronavirus has ravaged the sporting world, with leagues suspended indefinitely and some clubs struggling to stay afloat. So how does Asian football survive this crisis? We talk to Thai League deputy CEO Benjamin Tan […]