24 Feb 2016 15:06:36
Hi reds and eds. I'm off tomorrow for my 2 year travel around the world starting in south east Asia. Just wondering what the support from the Asian fans are like there? Especially in the Philippines as I'll be there on Sunday/ Monday and hoping to find a bar for the final.
Thanks james.

{Ed001's Note - mostly it is huge, but the Philippines is all basketball and volleyball, so you would need to find out where the ex-pats gather.}

1.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 15:32:06
Contact Liverpool supporters Hong Kong on Facebook the guy that runs the page is a photographer and he is British and a really nice broke i'm sure he can point out places and people to meet as he is based in Asia but travels a lot between there and Liverpool regularly.

2.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 15:33:13
If you're in the big cities then you can find the local chapter of LFC supporters on most social media. H&J Sports Bar is good spot if you're near or in Makati City.

As for Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam, you should be able to catch any match at various clubs and pubs. Just do yourself a favour and try another spot if you see Manc jerseys.

They're far more annoying over here than they are in the UK!

{Ed002's Note - And you have to take care as there is a lot more than Liverpool matches you can catch there.}

3.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 15:41:37
Make happy memories James and endings!

4.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 15:45:37
H&J sports bar in Makati. Probably find a fair few fans in there. Have a great time crab.

{Ed002's Note - I am not so sure you can have a great time with crabs.}

5.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 15:51:49
Thanks guys for the posts I appreciate it! Yeah I'll try these places. I'll be very surprised if I see a united fan as they are all based in London no?

{Ed002's Note - In terms of the demographics for five Premier League clubs:

Manchester United has the most supporters in both India and China - and given the size of population in those countries it is not a surprise to see them so far ahead. Their support is growing in America.

Chelsea are the club with the most supporters most in mainland Europe, Asia, Middle East, Central America and South America. Their support is growing quickly in America and they will soon be well clear of Manchester United and Arsenal.

Arsenal are traditionally the most followed Premier League club in Canada and the USA and, very significantly, throughout Africa (except South Africa) but the USA support is moving rapidly away from Arsenal and toward Manchester United and, in particular, Chelsea.

Liverpool has the highest number of supporters of any club in the UK, the Republic of Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and is doing well in some parts of Asia.

Manchester City are not leading the way in any one market but are picking up new supporters faster than any other side. This is a reflection of their success.}

6.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 15:26:48
Cheers ed. game will start at midnight and I'm going to be at boracay island so will be fun trying to find somewhere to watch the game. Any idea where we're going to be for pre season this year? Let's hope auz as I'll be there around that time.

{Ed001's Note - it is expected to be in the US this summer.}

7.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 16:02:42
I was all over South East Asia recently (not the Philippines though, unfortunately) .

You'll easily be able to find bars in most towns/ cities showing the matches unless you're fully out in the sticks. One of the best matches I ever watched was in a bar with loads of locals watching Vietnam's national team. They were going mental and throwing beers everywhere.

Also, be prepared for loads of Asian united fans. They're everywhere out there. Huge fan base.

8.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 16:23:51
I spent last summer in the Philippines and unfortunately I really struggled to find football. I remember trying to find a sports bar in the city of Cebu to watch a Champions League tie but it proved to be a fruitless chase. As Ed001 says, it's all basketball there. Perhaps you'll have better luck than I did tracking down the football, but you'll enjoy your time there regardless, it's a very interesting country!

9.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 17:50:55
Well at least here in India, the premier league has a massive fan following. Majority of the matches are held at the peak hours (8.30pm) .
All the major cities have a good number of sports bars around. My city has a one dedicated for Liverpool FC fans. and there is a group on Facebook for the same.

10.) 24 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 19:04:26
I used to work and live in Indonesia, premier league was everywhere. I went to see Persebaya play. It was an experience to say the least, the stadium was surprisingly good and packed.

11.) 25 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 23:40:44
Ed, i'm not disputing what you say but I'm pretty sure I read quite recently that Tottenham is the best supported Epl team in USA.

{Ed002's Note - No, what I said is correct.}

12.) 25 Feb 2016
24 Feb 2016 23:46:37
I have family and friends in Thailand.

Liverpool have always had major support there.

Although because of King Power Leicester are coming up!

13.) 25 Feb 2016
25 Feb 2016 01:17:02
Make sure you visit Burgos Street in Makati after the football for a cultured meal. Sure Ed002 has dined there a time or two!