Meet Clare Kenny Tipton: Head of AFC Communications

Spoke with Clare Kenny Tipton, Head of AFC Communications, in the Press Centre.



The growth of Asian Football is her mission.



"We've had some challenges. But the local media are amazed at the free internet access in all stadiums for the Asia Cup."



"We're still unsure about the crowd levels, but ticket sales have gone well."



"Also The Asia Cup came to spread the World of football to South East Asia. Although very passionate about European football, we want the fans and countries to get behind their teams."



"It's no surprise that the four games on the poster promoting the games are all European based players."



"The English speaking papers still require a lot of encouragement to cover the local game in this part of the World. Once the tournament kicks off the coverage will not be a problem."



Any last minute problems?



"Yes, but I'm not saying," laughs the head of communications.



Kenny has been in Asia for eleven years. Her past employment includes worked with Coca Cola Sports Marketing, and the World Sports Group.



Both Clare and I have Irish names, but Clare was actually born there!



"I remember you. I gave you your accreditation."



"Oops. That was with Netfa.com."



"Yes I checked it out!"



"Funny thing is Clare, Netfa closed, but I picked up other work since then."



"That's okay then!"



Phew!