It seemed as if the energy has been sucked off from the Belarusian League teams in their chase against BATE Borisov. But today Vitebsk gave everyone a lifeline, and it is Shakhtyor Soligorsk who can fantasize on claiming top spot.
Rudar Velenje will have a big challenge as the Slovenian Prva Liga is resuming. They almost have no chance to avoid relegation, and their only mission now is trying to avoid being the only winless team in Europe.
Levski Sofia was close to a big crisis, as their previous owner Vasil Bozhkov escaped the country after he was charged with tax fraud and bribery. Now the former top club in Bulgaria wants to get back to business with their new owner, former Levski player, Nasko Sirakov.
Despite Syria and Israel both playing behind closed doors - this week, in both competitions, it was all about the fans. From Aleppo, to Tel Aviv and via Jerusalem. Middle Eastern football belongs to the fans.
From Turkmenistan, across Kyrgyzstan & Tajikistan, to powerhouse Uzbekistan - we have a look at the Central Asian region and the current situation of their local football.
