An exclusive interview with Stefano Cusin, the Italian coach of Iranian side Shahr Khodrou, about the return of the local league, football without fans, life in the Middle East and much more.
The Palestinian West Bank Premier League returns with three matchdays in nine days. All eyes on Shabab Balata on their path to securing the title.
Despite Syria and Israel both playing behind closed doors - this week, in both competitions, it was all about the fans. From Aleppo, to Tel Aviv and via Jerusalem. Middle Eastern football belongs to the fans.
The Syrian Premier League is the first Middle Eastern league to return from the pandemic break, as al-Wathba hosted Foutoua on Thursday.
