Asia's elite: Five who can thrive on continental stage

If China is to spring a surprise and reach the latter stages of the tournament, it will need Wu to fire for his country. The forward hit 27 goals in 29 games to top the scoring chart in the Chinese Super League (CSL) and play a major part in Shanghai SIPG's maiden title triumph. But with a poor supply line in the national side, Wu has been nowhere near as prolific for his country (13 goals in 59 games) and often looks a shadow of the player he is for SIPG. Wu, who has been linked with a move to Chinese-owned English Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers, was voted CSL player of the season last year, and with his speed and direct running has the potential to be one of the stars of the tournament.