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Europe Wrap: Asia’s best continue to surge

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May 5, 2026

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Kuala Lumpur: Islamic Republic of Iran forward Allahyar Sayyad led Asia’s top players in finding the back of the net, with Jordan midfielder Mousa Al Tamari and a host of well-known names from Japan also making their presence felt.

There were more invaluable contributions from other continental stars, so follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe this past week.

England: Tanaka’s Leeds move out of danger

Japan midfielder Ao Tanaka played 72 minutes for Leeds United in their 3-1 win over Burnley, which moved his side nine points clear of the relegation zone.

Brighton’s Japan midfielder Kaoru Mitoma was in action for 90 minutes in a 3-1 loss to Newcastle, with his club slipping to seventh after their first defeat since March 4. .....



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