The Asian Game
The Asian Game is a podcast dedicated to telling the stories and sharing the history of the beautiful game in Asia - from Jordan to Japan, Korea to Kuwait and everywhere in between. With stories, analysis, insights and interviews with players, coaches and the key individuals in the game, The Asian Game will take you inside the game in Asia like never before.
Episodes
In a lively and engaging conversation with ASEAN Game host Ryan Walters, Kuala Lumpur City’s Giancarlo Gallifuoco opens up about his life, career, and the personal choices that define his globe-trotting journey.
The man better known as 'GG' delves into formative years in the youth ranks at Tottenham and Swansea, and how that experience contrasts with youth development in Asia. He also sheds light on his nomadic early career that s...
How did a boy from Kansas City end up playing for the Jordanian national team?
Selangor defender Mo Abualnadi joins us to explain his background and his journey to play for Nashama, and why qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup would mean so much for him.
We also discuss his recent move to Malaysian side Selangor and his love of the local delicacies!
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With Al Hilal, Al Nassr and Al Ahli dominating in the AFC Champions League Elite, is anyone capable of stopping the Saudi clubs?
We debate that question, and discuss the other major talking points from the AFC Champions League, while we also discuss ways to improve the AFC Annual Awards.
Finally, we preview the upcoming Asian Qualifiers and talk with Jordanian international Mo Abualnadi.
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Return fixtures may be a thing of the past in the ACL Elite, but we’re not ready to say farewell just yet!
In this exciting crossover between K League United and The ASEAN Game, we’re rolling out the red carpet for the return leg as KLU welcomes Ryan back to preview two Malaysia v Korea matches in continental competition!
They preview the increasingly common showdown between Johor Darul Ta'zim and Ulsan HD in ACLE, as well as the ...
Host Ryan Walters is joined by K League United's Paul Neat for a special preview of this week's action across the continent that involves three clashes involving K League sides taking on some of Southeast Asia's best.
Fresh off their statement win over Shanghai Shenhua, Malaysia's JDT are in Korea to take on early front-runners, Gwangju FC.
Elsewhere in the AFC Champions League Elite, Pohang Steelers travel to Thailand to take on B...
Adelaide local Joe Gauci experienced the highs and lows in Australia's 3-1 win over China at Adelaide Oval. A product of A-League side Adelaide United, he spoke with the media about playing for the national team in his home city in front of family and friends.
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After scoring on debut in Australia's 3-1 win over China, winger Nishan Velupillay spoke with the media in the mixed zone at Adelaide Oval to express his delight at a dream debut for the national team.
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On the eve of a new era in Australian football, with Tony Popovic taking the reigns as national team coach, we're joined by Australia's leading football journalist, Vince Rugari of the Sydney Morning Herald.
Speaking from Adelaide Oval ahead of the clash with China, we discuss his expectations of the Tony Popovic era, the legacy of Graham Arnold and the overall state of Australian football.
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As the inaugural season of the AFC Women's Champions League gets underway, we speak with one of the stars of the show.
US midfielder Meghan Root talks to The Asian Game Podcast about her journey to Vietnam, playing in the AWCL and her best and worst of Vietnamese food.
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Australia kept their FIFA World Cup hopes alive with a come-from-behind 3-1 win over China.
Paul Williams was LIVE at Adelaide Oval, speaking with leading Australian journalist Vince Rugari about what to expect from new coach Tony Popovic. We hear from the man himself, as well as midfielder Jackson Irvine, plus we get reaction from Nishan Velupillay and Joe Gauci.
Finally, we also take a look at the AFC Women's Champions League and...
There were big results and plenty of goals across Matchday Two of the Shopee Cup, with 27 goals across all six matches.
Host Ryan Walters, who was in Kuala Lumpur for their 1-0 win over Borneo, is back with Claro Manzano to look back over all the action and discuss the major talking points.
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Paul Williams and Michael Church are joined by commentator Rhysh Roshan Rai and Saudi journalist Najeeb Al-Jedaawi to look ahead to the start of the AFC Champions League Elite and AFC Champions League Two.
How will the new format work? Will Saudi teams dominate? Are CSL teams ready to compete again?
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Paul Williams and Michael Church are joined by commentator Rhysh Roshan Rai and Saudi journalist Najeeb Al-Jedaawi to look back over the first two matchdays of the Third Round of AFC Asian Qualifiers.
Which teams surprised? Can anyone stop Japan? How did Saudi Arabia get out of jail against China? Is Australia in trouble? We answer those questions and many more.
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Too much Asian football is never enough, and we are being treated to a feast of football to start September.
Paul Williams and Michael Church are joined by commentator Rhysh Roshan Rai and Saudi journalist Najeeb Al-Jedaawi to look back over the first two matchdays of the Third Round of AFC Asian Qualifiers.
Which teams surprised? Can anyone stop Japan? How did Saudi Arabia get out of jail aga...
The Third Round of Asian Qualifiers is upon us, and on the latest The Asian Game Podcast Paul Williams, Michael Church and Sudesh Baniya discussed the major talking points from Group C.
Can anyone challenge Japan? Is Branko Ivankovic China's secret weapon? Can Saudi Arabia get back to past heights? Is a lack of star power hurting Australia?
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The Third Round of Asian Qualifiers is upon us, and on the latest The Asian Game Podcast Paul Williams, Michael Church and Sudesh Baniya discussed the major talking points from Group B.
Is the turbulence behind Korea? How much will home advantage help Iraq? Can Jordan continue to ride Asian Cup momentum? Can Palestine dream the impossible dream?
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The Third Round of Asian Qualifiers is upon us, and on the latest The Asian Game Podcast Paul Williams, Michael Church and Sudesh Baniya discussed the major talking points from Group A.
Is this the last chance for this Iran generation? Which Qatar will show up? Can Uzbekistan deliver on their promise and potential? A new direction for the UAE?
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Saudi Arabia's historic win over Argentina at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 may be best remembered for the worldie scored by Salem Al-Dawsari, but also on the scoresheet that today was Saleh Al-Shehri.
The veteran striker sits down with The Asian Game to reminisce about that goal and that game, plus discuss the current state of the Green Falcons and his recent move from Al Hilal to fierce rivals Al Ittihad.
As we approach the business end of Asian Qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the third round to commence this week, we're joined by Doha News reporter Sudesh Baniya to preview all three groups.
Can Qatar continue their Asian Cup-winning form? Is this the time Uzbekistan deliver on their potential? How much will playing at home help Iraq? Is a lack of star power hurting Australia?
We answer all those questions and much, muc...
We welcome a very special guest to the show this week, with Azkals legend and former Premier League goalkeeper, Neil Etheridge, joining us to talk about his recent move to Buriram, playing in the ACL and the wacky world of teammate nicknames.
Plus, we hear from the Chief Operating Officer of the Saudi Pro League, Carlo Nohra, about the ongoing transformation of the SPL, what has been learned and what the future holds.
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