The Asian Game
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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 Asi...
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TAG Podcast: Drama in Doha with James Montague + Saudi celebrations
On a night of high drama in Doha and Jeddah, Qatar and Saudi Arabia have confirmed their place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in contrasting fashion.
TAG Podcast: UAE keep dream alive + Iraq set up Saudi showdown
Sudesh Baniya is LIVE at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium in Doha after the UAE kept their FIFA World Cup dream alive with a come-from-behind 2-1 win over...
TAG Podcast: Saudi Arabia survive scare + Doha stalemate
On the opening night of the Fourth Round of Asian Qualifiers, Sudesh Baniya is at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium in Doha reporting on the 0-0 draw betwe...
TAG Podcast: Ultimate showdown to decide World Cup spots
So the time has come, almost two years exactly after qualifying started, and after 217 matches and 613 goals, played in front of almost 5 million fans...
TAG Podcast: ACL Elite RETURNS + Chengdu Rongcheng's Tim Chow
It's that time of the year again, with the AFC Champions League Elite returning for another season of thrilling action.
We cast an eye over all...
From Dreams to Goals: AFC Women's Champions League + Transfer Round-Up
In the first of a new monthly podcast, hosts Gina Bagnulo and Anirudh Nair take you through the latest news from the world of Asian women's football.<...
TAG Podcast: Kaz Patafta on Brisbane, the Bakries and SE Asia
We are joined by former Australian teen prodigy, and now CEO of Brisbane Roar, Kaz Patafta, for an extensive, in-depth conversation.
Across almo...
TAG Podcast: Son signs for LAFC
It's one of the biggest signings in the history of MLS, and it is finally official - Son Heung-min has signed for LAFC.
Arguably the greatest Ko...
From Dreams to Goals: Reaction to the draw for the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup
The official draw for the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026, to be held in Australia next year, was staged at the iconic Sydney Town Hall earlier this week.<...
From Dreams to Goals: Field set for the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026
The final qualifying team has been confirmed, with Iran winning Group A, completing the set of 12 teams to participate in next year's AFC Women's Asia...
TAG Podcast: The final stretch on the Road to 2026
We (belatedly) celebrate our 250th episode and toot our own horns, before getting into more important matters by discussing the draw for the Fourth Ro...
From Dreams to Goals: Indian coach Crispin Chettri on qualification and the future for women's football
Fresh from qualifying India for the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup - the first time on merit in over two decades - Indian women's national team coach Cris...
TAG Podcast: Al Hilal fly the flag for Asia | WAC26 Qualifiers | What's up with Saudi Arabia? | Kota Takai to Spurs
As the first edition of the newly expanded FIFA Club World Cup comes to a close, we are joined by Gabe Tan from ESPN Asia and Saudi-based content crea...
From Dreams to Goals: Bangladesh qualify + WACQ reactions
We have our first official qualifier for the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026, and it's a nation few would have expected - Bangladesh.
Hosts Gina Bagn...
From Dreams to Goals: AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifying MD1 & MD2 Review
Hosts Gina Bagnulo and Anirudh Nair take a look at the state of play after the first two matchdays of qualifying for the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026.
From Dreams to Goals: Jordan continues to inspire the region
Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from na...
TAG Podcast: Asian Qualifiers Recap + Club World Cup prepares for kick-off
After 217 matches and 613 goals, we’ve almost reached the conclusion of FIFA World Cup qualifying for 2026, with just the small matter of the Fourth a...
From Dreams to Goals: Indonesia's starlet aiming for the stars
Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from na...
TAG Podcast: Australia's golden win LIVE from Perth Stadium
Australia have one foot at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a stunning and dramatic 1-0 win over Japan at Perth Stadium on Thursday night.
Aziz Beh...
From Dreams to Goals: India still a work in progress
Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from na...
From Dreams to Goals: What impact will Australia's hosting have on the AFC Women's Asian Cup?
Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from na...
The ASEAN Game: Shopee Cup Final Review w/ Michael Church
Ryan Walters and Michael Church bring you pitchside reactions from an unforgettable Shopee Cup Final, where Buriram United and Công An Hà Nội FC playe...
From Dreams to Goals: A new era blossoming in Kyrgyz Republic
Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from na...
TAG Podcast: ACL Two Final Preview | Arnie to Iraq | Cambodia on the rise
We are joined by Rhysh Roshan Rai in Singapore and Sultan Al Ali in Sharjah to look ahead to this weekend's AFC Champions League Two final between Lio...
The ASEAN Game: Shopee Cup Final preview
Ryan Walters reports from Hanoi where the 2024–25 Shopee Cup Final kicks off with a familiar matchup: Cong An Ha Noi vs. Buriram United - just like on...
TAG BONUS: Who are FK Arkadag?
Turkmenistan's FK Arkadag are Asian champions after winning the inaugural edition of the AFC Challenge League after defeating Svay Rieng in front of m...
From Dreams to Goals: Palestine inspiring a new generation
Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from na...
TAG EXTRA: Al Ahli crowned Kings of Asia | Riyad Mahrez: "We are the best team in Asia!"
Al Ahli are the Kings of Asia after a 2-0 win over Kawasaki Frontale in the final of the AFC Champions League Elite in Jeddah.
Michael Church re...
From Dreams to Goals: Pakistan dreaming of a bright new future
Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from na...
TAG Podcast: Ultimate ACL Elite Final Preview
With the AFC Champions League Elite Final less than 48 hours away, we have you covered with the ultimate preview of Asia's showpiece event.
Paul...
TAG EXTRA: Kawasaki Frontale stun Al Nassr in massive boilover | Sai van Wermeskerken reacts to win
Kawasaki Frontale has produced one of the great upsets in the AFC Champions League Elite by stunning Al Nassr 3-2 in the semi-final.
Given littl...
TAG EXTRA: Al Ahli storm into ACL Elite Final | Ivan Toney speaks
On a famous night for Al Ahli, the Jeddah-based club secured their spot in the AFC Champions League Elite Final after a big 3-1 win over Al Hilal.
TAG EXTRA: Kawasaki edge Al Sadd in extra-time thriller | Louis Yamaguchi reaction
The final four of this year's AFC Champions League Elite is set after Kawasaki Frontale booked their place with a win over Qatar's Al Sadd.
Havi...
TAG EXTRA: Saudi clubs dominate again | Ezgjan Alioski + Roberto Firmino
It was another day of Saudi domination at the AFC Champions League Elite Finals in Jeddah.
Michael Church reports from the Saudi city after home...
TAG EXTRA: Al Hilal destroy Gwangju to open ACL Elite Finals
The AFC Champions League Elite Finals are underway and it's the four-time Asian champions Al Hilal who have put down an early marker with an emphatic...
From Dreams to Goals: Unpacking the history of women's football in Asia
Gina Bagnulo and Anirudh Nair return with another instalment of From Dreams to Goals and this week they're looking at the history of the AFC Women's A...
TAG Podcast: ACL Elite Finals take centre stage in Saudi Arabia
All roads lead to Jeddah as Asia's best eight teams converge on the coastal city for a showcase of Asian football.
With the continental spotligh...
From Dreams to Goals: Lebanon 'excited' for Women's Asian Cup qualifying adventure
Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from na...
TAG Podcast: State of Indian football | AFC U17s | Avispa lead the way | LCS stun Sydney
As always, there is never a dull moment in Asian football and Scott McIntyre, Paul Williams and Michael Church are back to look over everything that i...
From Dreams to Goals: Singapore
Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from na...