How Japan has developed into a powerhouse of Asian football
Michael Montgomery documents the rise of Japanese football, by massively investing in its domestic league.
Category: Asian Football
India will be at the FIFA World Cup in 2038 – this is not a drill
Having been starved of any notable success at international level, Alan Moore puts forward the case for India to qualify for their first ever World Cup.
Will the Saudi Pro League’s ambitions become reality?
Aaditya Das Narayan explores the threat that the Saudi Pro League offers to European Football, and discusses the challenges the league faces.
Eastern Promise for Russia
Alan Moore discusses the prospect of Russia changing federations from Europe to Asia.
Interview – In-depth with Johnny McKinstry
Ollie McManus explores the realities of football management off the beaten path in an in-depth interview with globe-trotting Northern Irishman Johnny McKinstry
AFC Asian Cup 2019 – Will the debut nations cause an upset?
Oliver McManus guides us through the debut nations at the 17th edition of the AFC Asian Cup – all you need to know to impress your friends at the next pub quiz.
The best ‘off the beaten track’ challenges on Football Manager 2019
With the festive season fast approaching, Richard Pike brings us 15 of the best ‘off the beaten track’ challenges to try on Football Manager 2019.
The Tehran Derby – The world’s biggest, unknown derby
While Europe’s big derbies tend to attract most of the global attention, one of the most fiercely contest rivalries takes place in front of big crowds in Iran.
The Maroons – Assessing Qatar’s ability to make an impact on the pitch
With controversy overshadowing Qatar and the 2022 World Cup, Ollie McManus takes a look at the host’s chances of making the right sort of statement.
Evaluating foreign player restrictions in Asian football
Gian Chansrichawla looks at the consequences of foreign player restrictions on Asian football leagues.