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.

The Asian Game is a sports podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The Asian Game, a sports show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  Osmar Ibáñez | From Village Squares to Asian Champion

  Aug 11, 20261h 2mS1

  Football chooses us. We chase the highs. And one day… the game ends. Join your host Ryan Walters as he steps into the tunnel with players just seconds before a World Cup Final, reliving the matches, milestones, moments, mistakes and people that shaped their careers. This is football in full life, in full vision. This is Tunnel Vision. In this episode, Ryan chats with Osmar Ibáñez, one of Asian football's most decorated defenders, to relive a career that has taken him from Spain to Thailand, South Korea and beyond. A born leader and student of the game, Osmar reflects on the moments and philosophy that shaped him on and off the pitch. They dive into: How growing up in Spain shaped the way he sees football The special bond he still shares with FC Seoul and its supporters Why being a great defender starts with your mind, not your tackling ⚽ The incredible Juventus goal that everyone remembers... and why he'd rather they remembered something else From childhood kickabouts in a village square to Champions League nights and league titles across Asia, this is a conversation about leadership, longevity and what it truly means to be a team player.

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  Episode #4

  Stefan Mauk | Why Vietnam Was the Right Move

  Jul 21, 20261h 1mS1

  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

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  Episode #3

  Filip Nguyen | The Dream That Took Nine Years

  Jul 6, 202654 minS1

  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.

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  World Cup Daily: Penalty heartbreak ends Australia's campaign

  Jul 3, 202629 minS1

  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

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  World Cup Daily: Japan bow out in heartbreaking fashion

  Jun 29, 202638 minS1

  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

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