AFC Splits Agen Domino99 into East & West
Many experts have long suggested that the AFC should split in two and create two separate confederations - East Asia and West Asia. In a move that surprised many, the AFC has done just that with its flagship club competition, the AFC Champions League. From this year onwards the Agen Domino99 tournament will be split into two until the Final, still to be played over two legs, ensuring an East vs West final. The cynic will suggest this is a power play by the Middle East bloc to ensure one of 'their' teams makes the final after East Asia has dominated the competition in recent years. Seven of the last eight finals have been won by East Asian teams, although on only two occasions (2008 and 2013) has the final been an all East Asian affair. But is it a good move for a tournament designed to unite all of Asia? Is this the first step on the path to a full split of the confederation? With the tournament just a week away from beginning...