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.

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The ASEAN Game: Central Coast fly the ASEAN flag in AFC Cup

The gloriously complicated AFC Cup has reached the Inter-Zone Playoff Semi-Finals - otherwise known as the quarter-finals - which will see Australia's Central Coast Mariners fly the ASEAN flag as the ASEAN Zone champions, as they take on South Asian Zone champions Odisha FC of India. Ryan Walters is joined by Indian journalist Shibajee Das to take a look at the Indian outfit and by Australian broadcaster James Dodd to run the rule over the Mariners ahead of the huge clash.

Mar 06, 2024•29 min

TAG Podcast: Qatar crowned Kings of Asia...again

The AFC Asian Cup trophy will remain in Doha after Qatar's 3-1 victory over Jordan on Saturday. In front of more than 86,000 spectators at Lusail Stadium, a hattrick of penalties from Akram Afif secured Qatar a place in history as only the fifth nation to successfully defend their title. Scott McIntyre and Michael Church are in Souq Waqif after the game amid the celebrations to recap the history making victory and reflect on the tournament as a whole as eyes now turn towards 2027....

Feb 11, 2024•17 min

TAG Podcast: A journey to the AFC Asian Cup Final

It's the showpiece event on the Asian football calendar, and finally the AFC Asian Cup final is upon us. Starting from Souq Waqif on the eve of the game, follow Scott McIntyre's journey to Lusail Stadium, from talking to fans desperate for a ticket, to international stars and media alike. Plus, hear all the action from inside Lusail Stadium as Qatar emerged victorious 3-1 to secure an historic title defence.

Feb 11, 2024•42 min

TAG Podcast: Jordan's fairytale run to Asian Cup Final

Jordan has defied all the odds and pre-tournament predictions to make it through to their first ever AFC Asian Cup Final. Can they now complete the fairytale and go all the way? Scott McIntyre speaks with veteran Jordanian journalist, Mahmoud Al-Fadli, to get his perspective ahead of the biggest match in Jordan's history.

Feb 10, 2024•13 min

TAG Podcast: Trent Sainsbury on Qatar, 'Tintin' Marquez & Socceroos ambitions

On the eve of the AFC Asian Cup Final, Scott McIntyre sits down with Australian and Al Wakrah defender Trent Sainsbury. Trent speaks about Qatar's performances at this AFC Asian Cup, his impressions on the tournament as a whole, and what it's like playing under 'Tintin' Marquez. He also speaks openly about his own Socceroos ambitions and planning for his post-playing career.

Feb 10, 2024•18 min

TAG Podcast: Afif masterclass inspires Qatar

Qatar are into their second successive AFC Asian Cup final after Akram Afif inspired a thrilling 3-2 victory over Iran in a drama-packed encounter at the Al Thumama Stadium. The win sees Al Annabi set up a showdown with Jordan in Saturday's final at Lusail Stadium. Scott McIntyre and Michael Church are back at Souq Waqif in among the celebrating Qatari fans to look back on another epic semi-final. PLUS... we hear from Qatari defender Tarek Salman and Iran's Alireza Jahanbakhsh....

Feb 08, 2024•21 min

TAG Podcast: Jordan pull off epic AFC Asian Cup upset

Jordan has pulled off one of the AFC Asian Cups greatest upsets with a stunning 2-0 win over Korea Republic to secure their place in the final for the very first time. A masterclass from Mousa Al-Taamari and Yazan Al-Naimat secured the win amid wild scenes at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium. Scott McIntyre and Michael Church are in among the celebrating Jordan fans at Souq Waqif to look back on a momentous night for Asian football. PLUS... we hear from Mousa Al-Taamari and Hwang In-beom....

Feb 07, 2024•22 min

TAG Podcast: Final four set for semi-final showdown

After 48 matches of enthralling drama, the AFC Asian Cup 2023 has reached its penultimate stage, with just four nations remaining as they eye off a spot in Saturday's final. Tournament surprise packets Jordan will face heavyweights Korea Republic, while hosts and defending champions Qatar will tackle the might of Iran. Scott McIntyre is joined by Michael Church on Doha's Corniche to look ahead to the two semi-finals and the four nations involved.

Feb 06, 2024•12 min

TAG Podcast: Iran make a statement + Ezatolahi & Tomiyasu

Iran has produced one of their biggest wins in recent memory with a come-from-behind 2-1 victory over Japan, sealed thanks to a last minute penalty scored by Alireza Jahanbkhsh. They will meet host nation Qatar in the semi-final after they edged past Uzbekistan 3-2 on penalties. Scott McIntyre is LIVE from Souq Waqif with Erfan, Sina and Daniel from Gol Bezan to discuss Iran's memorable victory.

Feb 04, 2024•31 min

TAG Podcast: Korea does it again | Hwang In-beom | Mat Ryan & Jackson Irvine

Korea Republic has produced another late escape with a dramatic come-from-behind 2-1 victory over Australia thanks to a stoppage time stunner from Son Heung-min. That sets up a semi-final clash with Jordan who earlier in the day ended Tajikistan's fairytale run at this tournament. Scott McIntyre is joined by Australia journalist Joey Lynch from ESPN outside the Al Janoub Stadium to dissect Korea's great escape and what could've been for the Socceroos.

Feb 03, 2024•21 min

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