Bangkok calling: Mourinho (right) and Chelsea captain John Terry (left) giving a traditional Thai greeting to the media on their arrival in Bangkok on May 28. The Blues played Thailand’s All Stars at the 49,000-capacity Rajamangala Stadium in Bangkok for a special match on May 30.
HOSTING international sporting events means major challenges, something faced by any country including Malaysia. It reflects, to a certain extent, the economic growth and stability of a nation.
When I was in Brisbane for the Asian Cup 2015, it dawned on me how Australia has become a powerhouse in churning out world champions in the pool to hockey, cricket and even the mother of all ruffian games — rugby, but also a favourite destination for international sporting events.
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