The rise and fall of Guangzhou Evergrande -Asia's first superclub
With the Evergrande founder Hui Ka Yan sentenced to life yesterday after pleading guilty to fraud, it’s a good time to look again at what happened to the Chinese giants
How Football Explains Asia
A wide look at Asian Football on and off the field
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After PL pioneers Al-Habsi and Etheridge, Zion Suzuki to showcase Asia’s goalkeeping talent
Oman and the Philippines did it first and now it is Japan’s turn. Zion Suzuki has the chance to redefine how Asian goalkeepers are viewed in Europe.
India choose Brazil over Asia, but at what cost?
Bangladesh are the beneficaries as India pull out of FIFA's new Southeast Asian tournament in order to face Brazil
Should Kazakhstan have stayed in Asia?
After leaving Asia for UEFA in 2002 for higher standards and revenue, Kazakhstan have got some of what they wanted but then ambitious neighbours Uzbekistan appeared at the World Cup.
AFC’s Criticism of FIFA is Rich—Given How It Treats Its Own Competitions
The confederation’s sharp critique of FIFA’s governance contrasts with a pattern of centralised venues and scheduling advantages that undermine the integrity of Asian football’s biggest tournaments.
Korea chaos: From World Cup wipeout to parlimentary grilling
Hong Myung-bo’s time in charge of South Korea started amid jeers from fans at Seoul World Cup Stadium in 2024. It ended in parliament and questions from politicians. He probably preferred the first.
Asian federations look longingly at FIFA's millions
For a few days, officials around the continent were excited about Infantino's promised windfall.
ASEAN Cup: Both blessing and curse for Southeast Asia
The AFF Championship has been a very big deal for this region of 650 million but there are welcome signs that some teams now have other priorities
When Euro tours of Asia go wrong
Now the World Cup is over, it is time for club teams to embark on their traditional pre-season trips to Asia.
China encouraged by Asia's World Cup woes
Just three wins in 29 for Asia's nine representatives in North America has China thinking it is not as far behind as previously thought
Asia's World Cup coaches: In, Out or Maybe? (Part 2)
Who will be in their respective hotseats when the Asian Cup kicks off in January?
Asia's World Cup coaches: In, Out or Maybe? (Part 1)
Who will be in their respective hotseats when the Asian Cup kicks off in January?