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World Cup
Lebanon Makes History
Football is a rare unifying force for Lebanon. Thanks to South Korea, the World Cup finals could be as well.
Maradona on the Move?
U.A.E. won’t qualify from the World Cup’s Asia group. So would Diego Maradona really want to coach them?
Australian Sour Grapes?
The head of Football Federation Australia suggests the controversy over Qatar getting the World Cup isn’t over.
China's World Cup Agony
If China wants to do better in international football it needs to do more to get its kids to play the game.
ASEAN's Golden Goal
ASEAN is mulling making a joint bid to host the 2030 World Cup. Its chances depend on members working together.
An India Beyond Cricket?
India’s obsession with cricket may be preventing it from excelling internationally in other sports. What’s the alternative?
Insights on Cricket in 2011
What will the 2011 Cricket World Cup bring for the three South Asian countries hosting it, and for cricket generally?
Sumo Down and Out?
Sumo is Japan’s national sport. But it’s looking tired compared with the World Cup stars.