Night of sheer Asian Cup drama sees debutants Tajikistan advance while China hit rock bottom

The Group A action at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup came to a close in dramatic fashion -- as debutants Tajikistan pipped fallen giants China to a last-16 berth.


Japan's goalkeeping conundrum could be biggest obstacle to their Asian Cup challenge

Japan are one of the big favourites to win the AFC Asian Cup, but their biggest obstacle could come in the form of themselves.


Saudi Arabia claim another epic win in Qatar -- this time even crazier than their upset over Argentina

Over a year on from their stunning World Cup upset of Argentina, Saudi Arabia have returned to Qatar to produce an even more remarkable comeback.


Son could finally have the perfect partner to lead South Korea to Asian Cup glory

In his fourth attempt at helping South Korea win the AFC Asian Cup, star man Son Heung-Min could finally have the perfect partner to achieve glory.


Shinji Ono might have gone quietly into the night but his genius will linger long in the memory

Shinji Ono called time on his storied career amid minimal fanfare at the age of 44 but his genius will linger for those who witnessed him at his peak.