FULL DISCUSSION: Central Asia bids for 2031 AFC Asian Cup

The big news of the week came with confirmation of a joint bid from Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan for the 2031 AFC Asian Cup.

With the tournament having never been hosted in Central Asia, there was much fascination and excitement at the prospect of Asia's showpiece event being taken to a new region.

So is Central Asia ready for such an event, and what would it do for football in the region?

We are joined by Uzbekistan Football Association's Muhammad Sodik to answer those questions and many more.

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