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Troubled Syria and Yemen to play Asian Cup "home" games abroad

By David Gold

syria-unrest 28-02-12February 29 - Due to the deteriorating security situation in both Syria and Yemen, the country's clubs have been told by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) to play their "home" AFC Cup games abroad.

Cricket Australia executive chosen to lead preparations for 2015 Asian Cup

By Duncan Mackay

Michael BRown_being_interviewedDecember 14 - Football Federation Australia (FFA) has recruited Michael Brown from cricket to be the new chief executive of the 2015 Asian Cup, which they are hosting, they announced today. 

Consolation for Australia as awarded 2015 Asian Cup

Frank_Lowy_with_Mohammad_Bin_Haman_Doha_January_2011January 5 - There was some consolation today for Australia's World Cup disappointment when they were awarded the 2015 Asian Cup.

Australia lodges bid for 2015 Asian Cup

July 30 - Australia has moved a step closer to securing the rights to host the 2015 Asian Cup finals after formally lodging its bid.

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