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Why We’re Watching Japan and South Korea at the World Cup
December 05, 2022

Why We’re Watching Japan and South Korea at the World Cup

By Layne Vandenberg
The performances of the Japanese and South Korean men’s national teams at the 2022 FIFA World Cup have embodied the stories we love to hear and watch. 

Stadium Tragedy Exposes Indonesia’s Troubled Soccer History
October 03, 2022

Stadium Tragedy Exposes Indonesia’s Troubled Soccer History

By John Duerden
Indonesia is one of the most dangerous countries in which to attend a game. At least 125 people died after a stampede at a recent game.
So What, It’s Not Cricket? India Joins the Football Craze
July 03, 2018

So What, It’s Not Cricket? India Joins the Football Craze

By Krzysztof Iwanek
The World Cup offers clues as to football’s growing popularity in India.

Whither China’s National Football Team?
February 28, 2017

Whither China’s National Football Team?

By Tyler Roney
Can throwing resources at China’s football infrastructure translate to success on the international stage?

Australia Wins Asian Cup, Discovers Soccer
February 03, 2015

Australia Wins Asian Cup, Discovers Soccer

By Helen Clark
Football – known as soccer locally – gets a new lease of life in Australia after a successful tournament.

Singapore Plans ASEAN Bid for 2030 World Cup
October 09, 2013

Singapore Plans ASEAN Bid for 2030 World Cup

Singapore hopes to bring the first World Cup to Southeast Asia, to be shared among ASEAN members.

Asian Footballers Speak Out Against Racism
February 01, 2013

Asian Footballers Speak Out Against Racism

Racism in football is an ugly reality, but a growing number of Asian players are speaking out.

Is China's Football Boom Already Over?
January 30, 2013

Is China's Football Boom Already Over?

Nicolas Anelka and Didier Drogba have left Shanghai Shenhua, raising questions about soccer in China.

Southeast Asia Football Rising?
January 15, 2013

Southeast Asia Football Rising?

Southeast Asia has a passion for football but few indigenous stars. Teerasil Dangda could help change that.

A Crushing Defeat For New Zealand Rugby
December 05, 2012

A Crushing Defeat For New Zealand Rugby

A tough loss spoils what was an amazing streak for New Zealand Rugby. Can they bounce back?

Qatar and the World Cup: The 'Heat' is On
September 26, 2012

Qatar and the World Cup: The 'Heat' is On

Some are concerned that Qatar’s 2022 World Cup held in the summer with high temperatures could be a problem.

Iran Seeks World Cup Appearance
September 19, 2012

Iran Seeks World Cup Appearance

The national team, known as Team Melli, is vying for a spot at the 2014 tournament in Brazil.

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