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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

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

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 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

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

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

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?

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

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

Lippi Eyes Guangzhou Glory

Can Italian football coach Marcello Lippi bring more glory for Chinese team Guangzhou Evergrande?

Can Raul Transform Qatar?

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

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.

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