The Asian Game

The Asian Game
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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. 22h ago

    Stefan Mauk | Why Vietnam Was the Right Move

    Football chooses us. We chase the highs. And one day… the game ends. But before the final whistle, there's a lifetime to relive. Host Ryan Walters places players in the tunnel moments before a World Cup Final, where their careers flash before their eyes. Matches, milestones, moments, mistakes, people. This is football in full life. In full vision. This is Tunnel Vision. In this episode, Ryan chats with reigning V.League 1 champion Stefan Mauk to explore what life is really like as a professional footballer abroad. From Australia to Holland to Japan to Vietnam, Stefan reflects on the experiences, challenges and perspectives that have shaped his career on and off the pitch.   They dive into: 🇦🇺 Why he chose to leave Australian football behind 🇻🇳 Why Vietnam was the right move  🎆 Fireworks, packed stadiums and the unique culture of football in Vietnam 🏟️ How something as simple as a fresh coat of paint can change perceptions of an entire league 🤢 Vomiting on the pitch and trying to play on From AFC Champions League nights to life away from home, this is a conversation about embracing new cultures, seeing football through a different lens, and discovering that the greatest rewards of the game aren't always measured in trophies. Follow Tunnel Vision: 📸 Instagram: @tunnelvision.pod 📺 YouTube: @theasiangamepodcast   Topics: Stefan Mauk, V.League 1, Công An Hà Nội FC, Adelaide United, Fagiano Okayama, Australian football, Vietnam football, AFC Champions League, Socceroos, Asian football

    Stefan Mauk | Why Vietnam Was the Right Move

  2. Jul 7

    Filip Nguyen | The Dream That Took Nine Years

    Football chooses us. We chase the highs. And one day… the game ends.   Host Ryan Walters sits with players seconds from a World Cup Final as their careers flash before their eyes. Matches, milestones, moments, mistakes, people. This is football in full life, in full vision. This is Tunnel Vision.   In this episode, Ryan sits down with Filip Nguyen, the Czech-born goalkeeper who spent nine years chasing the chance to represent Vietnam. From European football to becoming an ASEAN champion, Filip reflects on the long road to finally wearing the national team shirt and what it meant for both him and his family.   They dive into: 🇻🇳 The nine-year journey to Vietnamese citizenship 🧤 His emotional national team debut against Japan 🏆 The last-second Europa League qualification that changed everything 🔥 Playing in front of Fenerbahçe's legendary supporters   From Europa League stadiums to sold-out nights with Vietnam, this is a conversation about patience, perspective, and making every opportunity count.

    Filip Nguyen | The Dream That Took Nine Years

  3. Jul 4

    World Cup Daily: Penalty heartbreak ends Australia's campaign

    Australia's campaign at this FIFA World Cup, and by extension that of Asia's, has come to an end after going down on penalties to Egypt in Dallas. Did Australia make the most of their opportunity? Where did they fall short? And what positives are there to take for the future? Michael Church joins us from Dallas to answer those questions, plus we discuss the shock news that Al Nassr have appointed former Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou. 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

  4. Jun 30

    World Cup Daily: Japan bow out in heartbreaking fashion

    Japan's campaign has ended at the Round of 32 after a narrow 2-1 loss to Brazil despite taking a first half lead through Kaishu Sano. Where did it go wrong in the second half? Is Moriyasu the right man to take this team forward and, with a premature exit, how do we assess their campaign? Joining us to answer those questions are ESPN's Gabe Tan from Houston, and Michael Church in Dallas. 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

  5. Jun 29

    World Cup Daily: Asia's FIFA World Cup Report Card

    After the conclusion of the marathon group stage, only two of Asia's nine teams remain, with Japan and Australia the only nations progressing to the Round of 32. So how do we grade Asia's performance at this World Cup? We're joined by Bassil Mikdadi to run through all nine teams and give them a grading based on their group stage performance? Who gets an A? Which nations get an F? 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

  6. Jun 27

    World Cup Daily: Heartbreak for Iran as Saudi Arabia and Iraq exit with a whimper

    There was heartbreak for Iran in Seattle, with a stoppage time winner being overruled by a marginal offside call; a result that would have secured them second place in the group and automatic progression to the knockout rounds. Hope still exists, however, of progressing as one of the best third-placed teams. There is no hope for Saudi Arabia and Iraq, meanwhile, who both departed the tournament with meek performances in their final group stage matches. We're joined by the BBC's Mani Djazmi and Wael Jabir to look at a day of mixed fortunes for Asia. 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

  7. Jun 26

    World Cup Daily: Japan and Australia advance to the knockout rounds

    After a day of double disappointment on Wednesday, Japan and Australia reversed Asia's fortunes with both nations collecting the draw required to see them safely through in second place in Group F and D respectively. We cross to Dallas to hear from Michael Church and ESPN's Gabe Tan to get their reaction to Japan's performance, while Scott McIntyre joins us from Vancouver to discuss Australia's goalless draw with Paraguay. 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

  8. Jun 25

    World Cup Daily: Korea humbled by South Africa as Qatar bow out

    It was a day of huge disappointment, as one of Asia's heavyweights, Korea Republic, slipped up in their final group stage fixture to miss out on automatic progression to the knockout rounds in a performance that posed many questions as to the credentials of this side. In Seattle, meanwhile, Qatar showed fight but were ultimately defeated by Bosnia & Herzegovina to end their campaign. We're joined by ESPN's Gabe Tan from Monterrey and Mohamed El Ghawarby from Doha to dissect and analyse the two results. 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

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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 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    The Asian Game

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