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football
South Korean Superstar Park Ji-sung Switches UK Teams
One of the world’s football stars to play for one of Asia’s leading business icons, writes John Duerden.
Iran Sanctions Draw ‘Red Card’ in Football
In Iran, life hurts under U.S.-led sanctions. As John Duerden writes, sanctions also hurt football.
Hijab Allowed Back on the Football Field
John Duerden dissects the IFAB’s decision to lift a ban on women wearing headscarves while playing football.
Didier Drogba China's Latest Catch
Didier Drogba is the latest football star to move to China. Will he transform Shanghai’s fortunes?
Asia Stars Cashing In
A look at Forbes’ latest list of highest paid sports stars reflects Asia’s growing global presence.
Chinese Football Scrubs Up
The sentencing of a former top football executive underscores how serious China is about cleaning up the game.
Black Day for All Whites
New Zealand’s loss to New Caledonia at the Oceania Nations Cup was a blow. Kiwi football is a victim of geography.
Can Football Go Big in India?
The King of Bollywood is poised to buy a big stake in Goa club Dempo FC. Can football grab Indians’ hearts?
Indonesia's Not So Beautiful Game
Football in Indonesia is rife with corruption and incompetence. Will the deaths of 3 fans spark some changes?
Lippi Eyes Guangzhou Glory
Can Italian football coach Marcello Lippi bring more glory for Chinese team Guangzhou Evergrande?
Can Raul Transform Qatar?
Football legend and former Real Madrid star Raul is heading to Qatar. Can he help give Qatar a global presence?
All Eyes on Manchester City
Manchester City is a good example of what a foreign owner can do. But not all Asian owners are as successful.