Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Sharjah: With just two weeks until the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 kicks-off, we explore the host country through the eyes of expats from across Asia.
Sat inside her small decorated cubicle, Ai Yuasa is wearing a bright white Kimono and a smile on her face as she immerses herself in the traditional Japanese tradition of "Chado", the ceremonial preparation and presentation of a type of green tea called Matcha.
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Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Dubai: As the eyes of the continent turn to the UAE in January, we explore the country through the eyes of expats from across Asia with less than three weeks to go for the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.
Indians make up the largest expat group in the UAE, with over 25 percent of the country's 10 million population hailing from India. Docked on the bank of the Dubai Creek, we caught up with Abubakar, who operates an 'Abra' boat, to see the UAE through his eyes.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Abu Dhabi: As the eyes of the continent turn to the UAE in January, we explore the country through the eyes of expats from across Asia as the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 hits the 30 days to go mark.
Adib Nammour arrived to the UAE from Syria 14 years ago, and has since made it his permanent home. In the first episode of this series by Asian expats showcasing their adopted home, we discover Abu Dhabi in Nammour's own words.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Dubai: It is time to discover the UAE's cultural heart, Sharjah, as we continue our series of venue guides, exploring the four 2019 AFC Asian Cup host cities.
Sitting on the northern border of Dubai, is a haven for art, history and culture enthusiasts. Sharjah, known as the UAE's cultural capital, offers some stunning examples of Islamic architecture and is not short of family-friendly entertainment options.
City: Sharjah
Population: 1.7 million
Local Clubs: Sharjah FC
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: Ehsan Hajsafi believes a hungry Islamic Republic of Iran will end their title drought at the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.
Iran’s solid tactical performance was on full display at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia as they come within inches of advancing into the Round of 16 for the first time.
Team Melli had a dream start against Morocco when they picked up their first win in the FIFA World Cup since a 3-1 victory over the United States in 1998.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Abu Dhabi: Some of the greatest minds in world football will be fixing their sights on Asia’s ultimate prize as the anticipation builds towards the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, which kicks off in just 15 days with hosts UAE taking on Bahrain at the Zayed Sports City Stadium.
The world’s second-oldest Continental football competition will welcome an all-star cast of head coaches who have enjoyed success on the world’s biggest stages with China PR’s Marcelo Lippi boasting the most impressive resume, having guided Italy to the 2006 FIFA World Cup title in Germany.
Coming in a close second is Philippines head coach Sven-Goran Eriksson who led England to two quarter-finals at the 2002 and 2006 FIFA World Cups while Islamic Republic of Iran’s head coach Carlos Queiroz has the honour of helping three teams qualify for the FIFA World Cup – South Africa, then with his native Portugal and twice with Team Melli in 2014 and 2018.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Bacolod: Philippines playmaker Stephan Schrock cannot wait for the Azkals' AFC Asian Cup debut with the continental tournament set to be a career highlight for the Ceres Negros star.
In his career so far, Schrock, 32, has played a part in several historic milestones for Filipino football.
From lining up in the Philippines side that achieved the 'Miracle of Hanoi' to secure a maiden AFF Cup semi-final place in 2010, to turning club side Ceres Negros into a force to be reckoned with in continental club football - winning the inaugural AFC Cup ASEAN Zone in 2017 and then defeating Brisbane Roar in Australia in the 2018 AFC Champions League play-offs.