Ordinary four-bedroom detached home on sale for FOUR MILLION pounds – but can you spot why?

AN ordinary four-bedroom detached home is on sale for four million pounds. The modest two-storey house sits on one of the last undeveloped plots on...
THE SUN 8 hours ago

Rangers legend Jim Forrest dies aged 79 as Ibrox club leads tributes to star with better goal ratio than Ally McCoist

JIM FORREST, the most prolific goalscorer in Rangers’ post-war history, has died. Born in Springburn, the striker joined his boyhood heroes in...
THE SCOTTISH SUN 13 hours ago

Andersen extends contract with Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong: Head coach Jorn Andersen has signed a two-year contract extension, the Football Association of Hong Kong, China Limited (HKFA) announced...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 26

East Asia Wrap: Marinos fight back to win; Leaders Port beaten

Hong Kong: Anderson Lopes scored a brace as Yokohama F. Marinos came from behind to defeat Kashima Antlers 2-1 on Sunday, and with six games to go...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 25

Group F: Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors (KOR) 2-1 Kitchee SC (HKG)

Jeonju: Han Kyo-won earned two-time AFC Champions League™ winners Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors a 2-1 win over Hong Kong’s Kitchee in Jeonju on Wednesday...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 20

East Asia Wrap: Sanfrecce stun Vissel; Pohang close in on Ulsan

Hong Kong: The battle for the league title in Japan took another twist this week as leaders Vissel Kobe were beaten 2-0 by Sanfrecce Hiroshima on...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 18

Tony Pulis speaks out about Guochuan Lai at West Brom, details meeting in Hong Kong

Tony Pulis has hit out at West Brom owner Guochuan Lai for getting rid of what he describes as “proper Albion people” during his time at the club,...
WESTBROMNEWS.CO.UK Sep 15

Qualifiers - Group E: Hong Kong, China and Afghanistan finish with a draw

Tashkent: Hong Kong, China and Afghanistan collected their first point after a 0-0 draw in their final AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Qatar 2024 Qualifiers...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 12

Frankie Dettori splits fans amid claim he’s charging ‘disgusting’ appearance fee on farewell tour

FRANKIE DETTORI has caused a massive split among fans amid claims he is charging a £15,000 appearance fee on his global farewell tour. The...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Sep 12

Vietnam shine; victories for Kyrgyz Republic and Hong Kong, China

Kuala Lumpur: Vietnam showed what they can do under Philippe Troussier in claiming a 2-0 win over Palestine in an international friendly played on...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 12

East Asia & ASEAN Wrap: Nagoya leave it late; Kelantan get crucial win

Hong Kong: Nagoya Grampus progressed to the semi-finals of the J.League Cup in dramatic fashion on Sunday after 20-year-old Haruki Yoshida came off...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 11

There's a Manc football team with a big following in the Far East - and it isn't City or United

'We want to help more people and encourage Hong Kong teenagers or young children to play football. We also want to promote the Hong Kong culture...
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS Sep 10

Qualifiers - Group E: Afghanistan 0-4 IR Iran; Hong Kong, China 0-10 Uzbekistan

Tashkent: Islamic Republic of Iran and Uzbekistan set-up an exciting battle for top spot following their impressive wins over Afghanistan and Hong...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 9

Qualifiers - Group E: IR Iran 3-0 Hong Kong, China; Uzbekistan 8-1 Afghanistan

Tashkent: Islamic Republic of Iran and Uzbekistan look set to battle for the sole automatic ticket to the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Qatar 2024 Finals...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 6

Qualifiers - Group E: IR Iran 3-0 Hong Kong, China

Tashkent: Islamic Republic of Iran took a big step towards the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024 Finals with a 3-0 win over Hong Kong, China in their...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 6

East Asia & ASEAN Wrap: Vissel return to top; Ulsan beaten again

Hong Kong: Vissel Kobe, with new signing Juan Mata watching from the stands, rose to the top of the standings in Japan with a 2-1 win against Kyoto...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 4

Former Austrian international Jantscher signs for Kitchee

Hong Kong: Reigning Hong Kong Premier League champions Kitchee have confirmed the signing of former Austria international striker Jakob Jantscher...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 30

AFC Grassroots Charter welcomes HKFA as latest Gold level member

Hong Kong, China: The Hong Kong Football Association, China (HKFA) became the latest Member Association (MA) of the Asian Football Confederation...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 29

East Asia Wrap: Derby defeat for Marinos; Ulsan held by Seoul

Hong Kong: Only six points separate the top four teams in Japan after leaders Yokohama F. Marinos suffered a shock 4-1 defeat at the hands of...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 28

Damjanovic: It has been a thrilling and fulfilling journey

Kotor: Two months after his contract with Hong Kong Premier League champions Kitchee expired, all-time AFC Champions League™ leading scorer Dejan...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 24

Skorza: Nakajima a perfect fit for Urawa

Saitama: Urawa Red Diamonds head coach Maciej Skorza praised the performance of new midfielder Shoya Nakajima as the defending champions booked...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 23

I started off shovelling DIRT to help build the London Underground – now I’m one of the UK’s richest men worth £350m

A FORMER “pony boy” who shovelled dirt to help build the London Underground has become one of Britain’s richest men. Ray O’Rourke now sits on a...
THE SUN Aug 22

Playoff: Urawa Red Diamonds (JPN) 3-0 Lee Man (HKG)

Saitama: Defending champions Urawa Red Diamonds cruised into the Group Stage of the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 on Tuesday as the J1 League side...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 22

New Hearing In Lawsuit Against Inter Milan President By Chinese Bank Postponed To November

A new hearing in a Chinese bank’s lawsuit against Inter Milan President Steven Zhang has been postponed until November.This according to Italian...
SEMPREINTER.COM Aug 21

Preview: Urawa Red Diamonds (JPN) v Lee Man (HKG)

Saitama: Defending champions Urawa Red Diamonds will look to secure their place in the AFC Champions League™ 2023-24 group stage when they welcome...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 21

Scholz determined to take Urawa past Lee Man

Saitama: Urawa Red Diamonds’ Danish defender Alex Scholz has his eyes set on victory over Lee Man on Tuesday as the defending champions prepare to...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 21

East Asia Wrap: Marinos back on top; Ulsan down Jeonbuk

Hong Kong: Reigning champions Yokohama F. Marinos returned to the top of the table in Japan on Saturday as a last-gasp 2-1 victory against FC Tokyo...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 21

Jean Johansson joins Rangers hubby and Martin Compston for swanky Soho House launch

JEAN Johansson joined Rangers hubby Jonatan and Martin Compston for a swanky night on the town. The star-studded trio were all smiles at the...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Aug 17

Lee Man's Paulissen relishing Urawa showdown

Hong Kong: Mitchel Paulissen is hoping his two-goal haul on his debut for Lee Man will give last year’s Hong Kong Premier League runners-up a major...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 17

Preliminary: Lee Man (HKG) 5-1 Bali United FC (IDN)

Hong Kong: Lee Man will face defending champions Urawa Red Diamonds in the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 Playoffs next week with a place in the...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 16

Chu: Superior fitness powered Haiphong past Hong Kong Rangers

Hong Kong: Haiphong FC head coach Chu Dinh Nghiem felt his team’s superior fitness was the key to securing their place in next week’s AFC Champions...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 16

Preliminary: Hong Kong Rangers (HKG) 1-4 Haiphong FC (VIE) - AET

Hong Kong: Haiphong FC will take on K-League side Incheon United in the 2023/24 AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 playoffs next week after the...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 15

East Asia Wrap: Vissel and Marinos remain level; Gangwon stun Ulsan

Hong Kong: Yuya Osako scored his 17th goal of the ongoing campaign in Japan with a brilliant free-kick as leaders Vissel Kobe remained level on...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 14

Ga Yau Hong Kong Street Food, Taunton, windows smashed

A window of yet another business off Taunton town centre has been smashed.
YEOVIL EXPRESS Aug 11

Ex-West Ham footballer ‘involved in heist of £2M antique vase stolen from museum in Switzerland’

A FORMER West Ham player tried to help sell a £1.9million antique vase stolen during a heist at a museum in Switzerland, a court heard. Kaine...
THE SUN Aug 9

Gomis joins Kawasaki Frontale

Hong Kong: Two-time AFC Champions League™-winning striker Bafetimbi Gomis has signed for Kawasaki Frontale, the J.League club announced on Tuesday.
THE-AFC.COM Aug 8

BSHL to make major change after Tom Wagner’s Birmingham City takeover

Latest Birmingham City news from BirminghamLive includes an update from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Aug 7

East Asia Wrap: Top two level in Japan; Port extend lead

Hong Kong: League leaders Vissel Kobe dropped points for the second game running in Japan as they were beaten 2-0 by third-from-bottom Yokohama FC...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 7

The Goodwood Cup was a mess but Kinross saved my day and we have big plans in store for him

THE GOODWOOD CUP was a bit of a mess all told. It's not a race I'll look back on and remember too fondly. Dettori is hoping to kiss goodbye to...
THE SUN Aug 1

Jurgen Klopp only has four Liverpool stars left standing from first pre-season milestone

Liverpool meet Leicester in a pre-season friendly in Singapore on Sunday - six years since the two sides faced each other in Hong Kong when Jurgen...
MIRROR Jul 30

‘We started it all': The first Football Ferns are still fighting to tell story

While much has changed since New Zealand won the Women's Asian Cup in 1975, their triumph remains largely unrecognised Isobel Kennedy can still...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 29

Horse racing tips: Templegate’s best World Pool bets for King George day at Ascot

WORLD POOL is back at Ascot today offering big value for British punters. Developed and run by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, it is operated by the...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jul 28

Hong Kong teen extends Northern Ireland stay to compete at SuperCupNI

The winger is representing County Tyrone at this week's SuperCupNI
BELFASTLIVE Jul 24

East Asia Wrap: Pohang edge Jeonbuk; Vissel held by Frontale

Hong Kong: Pohang Steelers consolidated their second place in Korea Republic after a late strike from Lee Ho-jae helped them defeat Dan Petrescu’s...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 24

From Man Utd pair’s hotel bust-up to Jack Grealish sparking on-pitch brawl, the dirtiest pre-season moments ever

FOR most football clubs, July is all about welcoming new signings, building up match fitness and working on a little team spirit. But sometimes,...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jul 23

Hong Kong international joins Hyde United

Hyde United have confirmed the signing of Sean Tse for the upcoming Northern Premier League season.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Jul 22

Hong Kong high-rise to the perfect mentor - Bristol City heroes share memories of Chris Garland

Chris Garland died earlier this month, aged 74, but will forever be immortalised in the hearts and minds of those who followed and played for...
KEIGHLEYNEWS.CO.UK Jul 18

East Asia Wrap: Marinos sunk by Frontale; Ulsan lose again

Hong Kong: Yokohama F. Marinos have surrendered the lead at the top of the J1 League after conceding in stoppage time to lose 1-0 at home to...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 17

New signings boost Kitchee squad

Hong Kong: Premier League champions Kitchee announced three new foreign signings on Wednesday, including former Nigeria international midfielder...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 13

Kitchee Academy elevated to two-star AFC Elite Youth Scheme member

Hong Kong, China: Kitchee Academy, in Hong Kong, China, received its two-star membership under the AFC Elite Youth Scheme in June 2023.
THE-AFC.COM Jul 11

Hong Kong Jockey Club to host Under-16s friendlies

Our U16s will play two games in August to mark United's decade-long partnership with The Hong Kong Jockey Club.
MANUTD.COM Jul 11

Paddington’s rise is epic – but what the hell’s happened to Chaldean? Plus my thoughts on the World Pool

WORLD Pool might not be the saviour, but we keep getting told it’s crucial to the future of British racing. Indeed, I’m as guilty as anyone else...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jul 10

I dreaded pre-season, I saw a team-mate throw up on another while running – it was traumatic, reveals ex-England star

PRE-SEASON training is about to get into full swing, with hordes of stars set to return to their clubs this week. Players that weren’t on...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jul 10

East Asia Wrap: Ulsan win East Coast Derby; Vissel close the gap

Hong Kong: There's no stopping defending champions Ulsan Hyundai in Korea Republic as they now enjoy a 16-point lead at the top after defeating...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 10

GABBY AGBONLAHOR: I dreaded traumatic pre-season training, I saw one player vomit – I’d ban it

As Premier League players return for pre-season training, talkSPORT host Gabby Agbonlahor has bleep test flashbacks. Here, he relives some horror...
TALKSPORT Jul 6

East Asia Wrap: Vissel held in Iniesta's farewell; Ulsan exit FA Cup

Hong Kong: Spanish midfield maestro Andres Iniesta bid farewell to Japanese football with a first start of the season in Vissel Kobe’s 1-1 draw...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 3

HKSE circular delivered as Tom Wagner closes on Birmingham City takeover

Latest Birmingham City news from BirminghamLive as the circular is delivered to shareholders on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Jun 27

East Asia Wrap: FC Tokyo back to winning ways; Gwangju down Jeonbuk

Hong Kong: Australian manager Peter Cklamovski began life at FC Tokyo by bagging all three points as the capital city club defeated high-flying...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 26

Major Birmingham City takeover update as BSHL issue update to Hong Kong Stock Exchange

The latest Birmingham City takeover news as Tom Wagner is edging ever closer to completing a deal for a 45.64 percent stake in the club which also...
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Jun 23

Ian Herbert: £25m detail emerges in Hong Kong documents at company who owe West Brom millions

Daily Mail columnist Ian Herbert has slammed Guochuan Lai after there still numerous unanswered questions at West Brom. The Chinese businessman...
WESTBROMNEWS.CO.UK Jun 21

Wins for Thailand, Chinese Taipei, Myanmar, Jordan

Hong Kong: A second-half strike from striker Teerasil Dangda gave Thailand a 1-0 win over Hong Kong, China in an international friendly on Monday.
THE-AFC.COM Jun 20

ASEAN & East Asia Wrap: Gamba through with derby win; Elephants' perfect run ends

Hong Kong: Gamba Osaka edged Cerezo Osaka 1-0 in a must-win derby encounter on Sunday and progressed to the quarter-finals of the J.League Cup in...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 19

Preview: Hong Kong vs. Thailand - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Monday's friendly clash between Hong Kong and Thailand, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 17

Preview: Vietnam vs. Hong Kong - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Thursday's friendly clash between Vietnam and Hong Kong, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 13

East Asia Wrap: Cerezo stun Vissel; Shanghai Port move four clear

Hong Kong: There was plenty of late drama in Japan this week as Vissel Kobe conceded the lead of the league following a 2-1 defeat at the hands of...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 12

Tom Wagner strategy can end 12 years of misery after Birmingham City takeover

Birmingham City's takeover has received EFL approval and now needs to be signed off by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Jun 7

Jankovic names strong China PR squad for Myanmar, Palestine tests

Hong Kong: Seven players from Chinese Super League leaders Shanghai Port have been included in Aleksandar Jankovic’s 24-man squad for China PR’s...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 7

Matchday Memories: On This Day 1981 – Sexton’s Sky Blues Take It Easy In Indonesia!

On this day (6th June) in 1981, having toured Japan three years previously, the Sky Blues were back in Asia. This time they were well into a South...
CCFPA.CO.UK Jun 6

HKSE statement makes two clear points after EFL approve Birmingham City takeover

Latest Birmingham City news from BirminghamLive includes a statement from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange after Tom Wagner's takeover received EFL...
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Jun 5

East Asia Wrap: Jeonbuk down Ulsan; Marinos level with Vissel

Hong Kong: Last season’s K League 1 runners-up Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors inflicted a late 2-0 defeat on league leaders and reigning champions Ulsan...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 5

HSKE confirm Tom Wagner's Birmingham City takeover has been delayed

Latest Birmingham City news from BirminghamLive includes an update on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Jun 2

Damjanovic, Kitchee part ways

Hong Kong: Hong Kong Premier League champions Kitchee have announced the departure of Dejan Damjanovic, the AFC Champions League™’s all-time...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 1

HKSE reveals Birmingham City takeover details as Tom Wagner closes on deal

Latest Birmingham City news from BirminghamLive includes an update from Birmingham Sports Holdings (BSHL) on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE)
BIRMINGHAM LIVE May 31

Omari Kellyman shines as Aston Villa youngsters reign supreme in Hong Kong

Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive features a triumph for the youngsters at the Hong Kong Soccer Sevens
BIRMINGHAM LIVE May 28

Rangers earn Hong Kong success as young guns lift trophy after final victory

The Ibrox side were unable to win the main competition but they did lift the plate
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK May 28

Hong Kong Soccer Sevens – Newcastle United knocked out by Premier League rival

Newcastle United have exited the Hong Kong Soccer Sevens. On Saturday they made it through the group stage (see below) and into Sunday’s knockout...
THE MAG May 28

Hong Kong Soccer Sevens – Newcastle United very good as stroll into last eight

The Hong Kong Soccer Sevens have kicked off. Newcastle United having sent a team over to compete in this weekend’s competition. A great start from...
THE MAG May 27

Newcastle United fans from Hong Kong explain how they first got into following NUFC

Hong Kong comes into focus this weekend for Newcastle United. The Soccer Sevens competition will feature an NUFC side playing out there. Ahead of...
THE MAG May 25

Aston Villa announce ten-man squad for end of season tournament

Aston Villa are heading out to Hong Kong to take part in the competition they've won multiple times
BIRMINGHAM LIVE May 25

Paris Saint-Germain opens its first Academy in Hong Kong

Having recently set up in Thailand, Korea Republic, China (Shanghai) and Japan, the Paris Saint-Germain Academy is continuing its expansion in Asia...
PSG.FR May 25

China PR's Jankovic happy with available talent

Hong Kong: China PR head coach Aleksandar Jankovic will be in no hurry to rejuvenate his squad in the build-up to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™...
THE-AFC.COM May 22

East Asia Wrap: Southern lift cup; Marinos close in on Vissel

Hong Kong: Brazilian forward Stefan Pereira scored twice in the second half as Cheng Siu Chung’s Southern defeated Lee Man FC 2-0 in the final at...
THE-AFC.COM May 22

Fulham To Participate In HKFC Citi Soccer Sevens Tournament

A group of our Under-21s will head to Hong Kong later this month to compete in an international seven-a-side tournament.  The 16-team main...
FULHAM FC OFFICIAL SITE May 17

Matchday Memories: On This Day 1981 – Sky Blues Start Tour Tied Up In Thailand!

In 1981 post season (now CCFPA member) Gordon Milne took the Sky Blues on a four country tour of South-East Asia, taking in Thailand, Malaysia,...
CCFPA.CO.UK May 16

Newcastle United discover Hong Kong Soccer Sevens opponents after draw made

The Hong Kong Soccer Sevens draw has been made. The competition taking place later this month. With NUFC set to face Leicester City, Hong Kong...
THE MAG May 15

East Asia Wrap: Albirex stun Marinos; Kitchee win treble

Hong Kong: Reigning champions Yokohama F. Marinos suffered a surprise 2-1 defeat at the hands of newly promoted Albirex Niigata in Japan on Sunday...
THE-AFC.COM May 15
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