The Asian Game

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 Asian Game will take you inside the game in Asia like never before.

  1. 12 DEC

    FULL INTERVIEW: Hosei Kijima: 'I wasn't good enough!"

    In an open and expansive conversation, new DC United midfielder Hosei Kijima sits down with The Asian Game Podcast to discuss his unqiue journey to professional football and why he thinks he wasn't good enough to make it in Japan. We also discuss the Japan national team, his debut season in MLS, the complexities of identity and his love for modern, progressive coaches. Follow Hosei Kijima on X: https://x.com/KijimaHosei  Follow Hosei Kijima on IG: https://www.instagram.com/hoseikijima/  Be sure to follow The Asian Game on all our social media channels: X: https://twitter.com/TheAsianGame IG: https://instagram.com/theasiangame Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheAsianGamePodcast

    31 min

  2. 12 DEC

    TAG Podcast: Saudi Arabia to host FIFA World Cup 2034

    The worst kept 'secret' in football has been confirmed: Saudi Arabia will host the FIFA World Cup 2034. After the announcement from FIFA on Thursday evening, the Kingdom now has ten years to prepare to host football global showpiece; just the third time the FIFA World Cup will be played in Asia after Japan-Korea 2002 and Qatar 2022. We're joined by Gulf football expert, Wael Jabir, and Arab News sports editor, Ali Khaled, to discuss what this means for Saudi Arabia, the reaction inside the country and the readiness of the country to host the biggest sporting event in the world. PLUS... we also speak with Japanese midfielder, Hosei Kijima, after his debut season in MLS and discuss his personal journey from Japan to America, and his love of modern, progressive coaches like Ange Postecoglou.

    51 min

  3. 6 DEC

    The ASEAN Game: 2024 ASEAN Championships Preview

    The 15th edition of the ASEAN Championship, otherwise known as the AFF Mitsubishi Electric Cup, begins this weekend as Southeast Asia's best battle for regional supremacy. Who are the favourites? Who are the dark horses? And who are the stars to watch? Host Ryan Walters is joined by guru Keeshanan Sundaresan to preview the tournament and answer those questions, plus much more! Follow Ryan on X: https://x.com/MrRyanWalters  Follow Keeshanan on X: https://x.com/keeshmatstats  Follow ASEAN Championship on X: https://x.com/aseanutdfc  Be sure to follow The Asian Game on all our social media channels: X: https://twitter.com/TheAsianGame IG: https://instagram.com/theasiangame Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheAsianGamePodcast

    38 min

  4. 27 NOV

    The ASEAN Game: One-on-One with Giancarlo Gallifuoco

    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 saw him make stops in Australia, England, and Italy, before finding stability with KL City FC, where he’s flourished for four seasons. Crediting the pivotal 2021 Malaysia Cup victory as a transformative moment that solidified his bond with the team and city, GG goes in-depth on how that led to his role as a vocal leader in a surprisingly closeknit dressing room. Beyond the pitch, he explains why Kuala Lumpur has become home - highlighting the supportive environment, the joy of starting a family (perhaps a future Malaysian national teamer?), and the cultural fit that makes KL special. A man contributing to football's rising stature in Malaysia both on and off the pitch, this is not a conversation to be missed! Follow Ryan on X: https://x.com/MrRyanWalters  Follow GG on X: https://x.com/giange94 Follow GG on IG: https://www.instagram.com/giange94/  Be sure to follow The Asian Game on all our social media channels: X: https://twitter.com/TheAsianGame IG: https://instagram.com/theasiangame Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheAsianGamePodcast

    41 min

  5. 12 NOV

    FULL INTERVIEW: Selangor & Jordan star Mo Abualnadi

    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!  Follow Mo Abualnadu on IG: https://www.instagram.com/moabualnadi/  Be sure to follow The Asian Game on all our social media channels: X: https://twitter.com/TheAsianGame IG: https://instagram.com/theasiangame Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheAsianGamePodcast

    20 min

  6. 11 NOV

    TAG Podcast: Can anyone stop Saudi clubs in AFC Champions League Elite?

    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. Follow Mo Abualnadu on IG: https://www.instagram.com/moabualnadi/  Be sure to follow The Asian Game on all our social media channels: X: https://twitter.com/TheAsianGame IG: https://instagram.com/theasiangame Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheAsianGamePodcast

    1h 7m

  7. 4 NOV

    The ASEAN Game: Southeast Asia takes on K League's best Pt.2

    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 clash between relegation-threateneed Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors and Selangor in ACL Two. Let the games begin! Follow Ryan on X: https://x.com/MrRyanWalters  Follow K League United on X: https://x.com/kleagueunited  Follow K League United on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kleagueunited/  Be sure to follow The Asian Game on all our social media channels: X: https://twitter.com/TheAsianGame IG: https://instagram.com/theasiangame Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheAsianGamePodcast

    47 min

  8. 21 OCT

    The ASEAN Game: Southeast Asia takes on K League's best in ACLE/ACL2

    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 Buriram United. Meanwhile, in AFC Champions League Two, relegation-threatened Jeonbuk Hyundai travel to Malaysia to take on Selangor looking to keep their perfect record alive. Follow Ryan on X: https://x.com/MrRyanWalters  Follow Paul Neat on X: https://x.com/NeatPaul  Follow K League United on X: https://x.com/kleagueunited  Follow K League United on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kleagueunited/  Be sure to follow The Asian Game on all our social media channels: X: https://twitter.com/TheAsianGame IG: https://instagram.com/theasiangame Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheAsianGamePodcast

    49 min
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About

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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  • Creator
    The Asian Game
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Asian Game

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