Preliminary - Group B: Chinese Taipei down Mongolia to set up Hong Kong, China showdown

Mongkok: Chinese Taipei opened their 2024 EAFF E-1 Football Championship Preliminary campaign with a comprehensive 4-0 win over Mongolia in their...
THE-AFC.COM 12 hours ago

Preliminary - Group B: Chinese Taipei down Mongolia to set up Hong Kong showdown

Mongkok: Chinese Taipei opened their 2024 EAFF E-1 Football Championship Preliminary campaign with a comprehensive 4-0 win over Mongolia in their...
THE-AFC.COM 13 hours ago

‘I nearly fainted!’ – Sir Alex Ferguson reveals the £630,000 signing that ‘took my breath away’

SIR Alex Ferguson has opened up on the record-breaking £633,000 signing that ‘took my breath away’. The Manchester United legend said he ‘nearly...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 9

Group B: Hong Kong, China cruise past Mongolia in qualifiers' opener

Hong Kong: Hong Kong, China defeated Mongolia 3-0 to kickoff their qualifying campaign for the EAFF E-1 Football Championship 2025 in style on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Dec 8

Hong Kong, China cruise past Mongolia in qualifiers' opener

Hong Kong: Hong Kong, China defeated Mongolia 3-0 to kickoff their qualifying campaign for the EAFF E-1 Football Championship 2025 in style on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Dec 8

Group E - MD6: Sanfrecce Hiroshima (JPN) 4-1 Eastern (HKG)

Hiroshima: Sanfrecce Hiroshima closed out their Group A campaign in the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 with a 4-1 win over Eastern on Thursday...
THE-AFC.COM Dec 5

Group G - MD6: Lee Man (HKG) 0-0 Tampines Rovers FC (SGP)

Hong Kong: Lee Man ended their AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 campaign on a positive note after holding Tampines Rovers FC to a goalless draw in...
THE-AFC.COM Dec 4

Ouahim jubilant after hat-trick powers Sydney into knockout stage

Hong Kong: Anas Ouahim expressed pride after his stunning hat-trick helped Sydney FC secure a resounding 4-1 victory over Eastern in their AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 29

Group E - MD5 : Eastern (HKG) 1-4 Sydney FC (AUS)

Hong Kong: Sydney FC moved a step closer to the knockout rounds of the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 on Thursday as Ufuk Talay's side cruised...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 28

Group G - MD5: Nam Dinh FC (VIE) 3-0 Lee Man (HKG)

Nam Dinh: Vietnam's Nam Dinh booked their spot in the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 knockout stage after cruising 3-0 past Lee Man of Hong Kong...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 27

Patrick Reed wins first title since LIV Golf switch after incredible round of 59

Patrick Reed won the Hong Kong Open by three shots after the LIV Golf star carded a final round 66 for his first victory in near four years on the...
EXPRESS Nov 24

Career we go: a look at footballers who played here, there and everywhere

From a nightmare spell in Moldova to drawing in blank in Houston, some players enjoyed a unique professional life Rohan Ricketts started out with...
THE GUARDIAN Nov 20

‘Really uncomfortable’ – Andre Villas-Boas power play saw John Terry and Chelsea legends refuse to board plane

John Terry revealed how a shock plane dispute with Andre Villas-Boas doomed his Chelsea career before it had even started. Terry later came...
TALKSPORT Nov 20

International Friendlies Wrap: Hong Kong, China shine; Singapore involved in thrillers

Kuala Lumpur: Several nations were involved in friendlies during the international break with Hong Kong, China continued showing progress under new...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 20

Appeal launched for former Chelsea star’s daughter who has had leg amputated while pregnant after cancer diagnosis

AN APPEAL has been launched for the daughter of former Chelsea star Dave Mitchell after she lost her leg to cancer. Glasgow-born Mitchell, 62,...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Nov 12

Exact details to spot on football trading cards that could make them worth up to £12,000 – do you have one?

IF you think trading cards are just for kids and teenagers, you'd be sorely mistaken – they’re big business and could earn you thousands of...
THE SUN Nov 10

Group E - MD4: Eastern (HKG) 1-2 Kaya FC-Iloilo (PHI)

Hong Kong: Kaya FC-Iloilo secured their first AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 victory on Thursday despite Jovan Bedic's sending off as penalties...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 7

Group G - MD4: Bangkok United FC (THA) 4-1 Lee Man (HKG)

Pathum Thani: Two goals from Richairo Zivkovic and strikes from Wanchai Jarunongkran and Muhsen Al Ghassani saw Bangkok United FC complete a...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 6

I won the UCL but now I enjoy getting my hands dirty and sweeping floors to give something back, reveals Celtic hero

PAUL LAMBERT handled red-hot pressure to lead Celtic to one of their greatest clean sweeps. But brushing a dressing-room floor in an Australian...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Nov 1

Simeone plans to give young players a shot as Atlético face UE Vic

Ilias Kostis of Atletico de Madrid with the ball during the match between Kitchee and Atletico de Madrid - BOC Life Cup at Hong Kong Stadium on...
INTO THE CALDERON Oct 30

Qualifiers - Group A: IR Iran 4-2 Jordan; Hong Kong, China 2-1 Syria

Zarqa:  Islamic Republic of Iran defeated Jordan 4-2 in Group A of the Qualifiers to advance to the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 as one of...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 27

Group E - MD3: Kaya FC-Iloilo (PHI) 1-2 Eastern (HKG)

Manila: Eastern of Hong Kong secured their first win in Group E of the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 after edging Philippines' Kaya FC-Iloilo...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 25

Group G - MD3: Lee Man (HKG) 0-1 Bangkok United (THA)

Hong Kong: Bassel Jradi scored the only goal of the game as Bangkok United continued their unbeaten start in Group G of the AFC Champions League...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 24

Qualifiers - Group A: Jordan 1-2 Hong Kong, China; IR Iran 1-4 DPR Korea

Zarqa: Hong Kong, China stunned Jordan 2-1 in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Qualifiers Group A tie on Wednesday. 
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23

Qualifiers - Group A: Jordan 1-2 Hong Kong, China

Zarqa: Hong Kong, China stunned Jordan 2-1 in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Qualifiers Group A tie on Wednesday. 
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23

Qualifiers - Group A: Hong Kong, China 1-7 IR Iran; DPR Korea 2-1 Syria

Zarqa: Islamic Republic of Iran kicked off their bid for a place in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 with an impressive 7-1 win against...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 21

Qualifiers - Group A: Hong Kong, China 1-7 IR Iran

Zarqa: Islamic Republic of Iran kicked off their bid for a place in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 with an impressive 7-1 win against...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 21

Qualifiers - Group A: Syria 3-1 Jordan; DPR Korea 8-2 Hong Kong, China

Zarqa: DPR Korea produced an awesome display of attacking football to kick off their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Qualifiers Group A...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 19

Why Ronnie O’Sullivan was given special exemption to escape strict snooker rule

Ronnie O'Sullivan was previously in breach of a long-standing rule during his matches, just by entering the arena. The snooker icon booked his...
TALKSPORT Oct 19

Lucas Leiva Reflects On Liverpool Career and Leaving Club After Ten Years

Photo by Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesThe Liverpool cult hero opened up about his time at Liverpool—and the difficult decision to...
SBNATION.COM Oct 14

"Show them the future of Manchester United!"

Those are the words you'll hear in the new film following our U16s in Hong Kong...
MANUTD.COM Oct 11

How to watch our Lifeblood Short: U16s in Hong Kong

Here's everything you need to know about the bonus offering from the popular MUTV Originals series.
MANUTD.COM Oct 10

Liechtenstein-Hong Kong, China, Rheinpark Stadion (Vaduz)

Liechtenstein vs Hong Kong, China: all the latest Friendly Matches 2026 match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Oct 9

Man Utd promote wonderkid JJ Gabriel, 14, dubbed ‘Kid Messi’ to U18s squad with coaches ‘blown away’ by his talent

A MANCHESTER UNITED wonderkid dubbed “Kid Messi” is training with players four years older than him. Joseph Junior Andreou Gabriel, who goes by the...
THE SUN Oct 9

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

Sports Mole previews Thursday's friendly clash between Liechtenstein and Hong Kong, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 8

Premier League star set to surpass Cristiano Ronaldo's record for highest shirt sale ever

Following a stellar performance over the weekend, a Premier League star is on the verge of surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo's record for the...
BOLAVIP US Oct 4

Relieved Skibbe hails Sanfrecce's resilience

Hong Kong: Sanfrecce Hiroshima head coach Michael Skibbe praised his team's resilience after Hayato Araki's stoppage-time header secured a dramatic...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 4

Group E: Eastern (HKG) 2-3 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (JPN)

Hong Kong: Hayato Araki broke Eastern SC hearts with a header deep into stoppage time that give Sanfrecce Hiroshima a 3-2 win over the Hong Kong...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 3

Peter Schmeichel reflects on Hong Kong brawl with Roy Keane

Peter Schmeichel and Roy Keane were not particularly close friends during their time together at Manchester United. They would fall out from time...
STRETTYNEWS.COM Oct 3

Group G: Tampines Rovers (SGP) 3-1 Lee Man (HKG)

Singapore: Tampines Rovers fought back from going behind in the fourth minute to hand Hong Kong Premier League champions Lee Man a 3-1 defeat on...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 2

Reading in takeover talks with Hong Kong businessman linked to Dai Yongge

Bennny Kwong's Blue River Holdings are targeting the League One club after the surprise collapse of Rob Couhig's bid
INEWS.CO.UK Oct 1

Qualifiers - Group J: Jordan 2-3 Qatar; Singapore 0-2 Hong Kong, China

Doha: Qatar emerged the Group J winners of the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 Qualifiers after a thrilling 3-2 win over Jordan on Sunday. 
THE-AFC.COM Sep 29

Qualifiers - Group J: Hong Kong, China 0-2 Qatar; Singapore 0-2 Jordan

Doha: Jordan and Qatar are set for a top-of-the-table clash after both registered their second wins in Group J of the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 27

Qualifiers - Group J: Jordan 7-0 Hong Kong, China; Qatar 3-0 Singapore

Doha: Jordan and Qatar kicked off their AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025 Qualifiers Group J campaigns with impressive wins on Wednesday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 25

Clubcall, Papers & The Wireless: It used to be hard to keep up with Sunderland from afar!

Can you remember what it was like trying to keep up with what was happening at Sunderland in the era before the internet?! I've always been the...
SBNATION.COM Sep 25

England legend had 'stinker' during infamous 'dentist chair' – he was watching a cup replay

The 'dentist chair' night out is one of the most infamous news stories in English football history, when Paul Gascoigne, Teddy Sheringham, Steve...
DAILY STAR Sep 19

Group E: Sydney FC (AUS) 5-0 Eastern (HKG)

Sydney: Debutant Anas Ouahim scored twice as Sydney FC eased to an opening 5-0 win over Eastern FC from Hong Kong, China in Group E of the AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 19

Group G: Lee Man (HKG) 0-2 Nam Dinh FC (VIE)

Hong Kong: Vietnam's Nam Dinh Lee Man kicked off their AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 campaign on a winning note after easing 2-0 past Lee Man...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 18

Gary Shaw was the golden boy of Aston Villa’s golden era – whose shirt Diego Maradona asked for but never got

ASTON VILLA called it perfectly in their tribute to club legend Gary Shaw, who sadly died yesterday, aged 63. “Shaw was the golden boy of...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Sep 16

Gary Shaw

We are deeply saddened to learn that former Walsall striker Gary Shaw has died at the age of 63.A product of Aston Villa's youth system, Gary...
BESCOTBANTER Sep 15

Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi leaves young fan in tears with incredible Lionel Messi moment at Topps Rip Night

For the first time in history, Topps’ Rip Night went global – and sports trading card fanatics loved every minute. Hong Kong and Paris were just...
TALKSPORT Sep 15

Group D: Bam Khatoon advance in style

Thimphu: Islamic Republic of Iran's Bam Khatoon FC booked their place in the group stage of the AFC Women's Champions League™ 2024/25 after...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 31

The Opposition: AFC Fylde Women

Boro Women face AFC Fylde at home this Sunday as they return to league action. Read up on the Coasters here in time for Sunday's 2pm kick-off at...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Aug 30

Group D: Kitchee SC (HKG) 1-0 Royal Thimphu College FC (BHU)

Thimphu: Fu Chui Man's first half goal steered Hong Kong's Kitchee SC to a 1-0 win over Royal Thimphu College FC of Bhutan in their AFC Women's...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 28

Westwood takes charge of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong: Hong Kong, China have appointed former Afghanistan coach Ashley Westwood to replace Jorn Andersen as the representative team's new head...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 28

Douglas Costa joins Sydney FC

Sydney: Sydney FC have signed former Brazil winger Douglas Costa with the 33-year-old due to make his competitive debut for the Australian club...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 26

Fever stitch: embroidered photographs of the beautiful game – in pictures

With the women's football season starting up again in September, it's a good time to take in this striking series, weaving together embroidery with...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 24

Celtic legend escapes ‘terrifying’ car crash after ‘sleeping driver’ ploughs into him

CELTIC legend Frank McAvennie has opened up on his lucky escape during a “terrifying” car crash he was recently involved in. The former Hoops...
THE SUN Aug 22

Celtic legend Frank McAvennie cheats death in ‘terrifying’ car crash after ‘sleeping’ driver ploughs into him

CELTIC legend Frank McAvennie has opened up on his lucky escape during a “terrifying” car crash he was recently involved in. The former Hoops...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Aug 22

Ronnie O’Sullivan reveals the three things more important to him than snooker as he whitewashes rival in China

RONNIE O’SULLIVAN reckons he’s enjoying a “film set” lifestyle but without playing Hollywood snooker – as he chases a happy ending in...
THE SUN Aug 19

Analyzing Alexander Sørloth: Will Atlético's new 9 make the difference?

Photo by Yu Chun Christopher Wong/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty ImagesAn ardent Villarreal viewer gives us the skinny on Sørloth. While Atlético...
INTO THE CALDERON Aug 17

Cardiff legend’s ‘heart is full’ after wonderkid son scores first Man Utd goal

CARDIFF legend Robert Earnshaw said his “heart is full” after his son scored his first goal for Manchester United’s under 16’s. Earnshaw’s son,...
THE SUN Aug 14

Ex-BBC star who wrote Disney specials before touring the world with his partner dies peacefully in hospital

A DISNEY and BBC legend has sadly passed away aged 73. Esteemed puppeteer, Steve Lee, died peacefully on August 2 at Brighton General Hospital,...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Aug 14

Video: Two-goal, 13-yo United prodigy excels years above his level in mindblowing U16 performance

Manchester United u16s have spent the past week in Hong Kong where… The post Manchester United u16s claim double victory in Hong Kong appeared...
THEPEOPLESPERSON.COM Aug 11

I jetted to Turkey for a ‘designer’ haul of Chloé, Louis Vuitton and Goyard – one dupe only cost me £13 instead of £2k

A SHOPAHOLIC has showcased the results of her “designer” haul from Turkey.  The popular holiday destination has long been regarded as the...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Aug 9

I jetted to Turkey for a ‘designer' haul of Chloé, Louis Vuitton and Goyard – one dupe only cost me £13 instead of £2k

A SHOPAHOLIC has showcased the results of her “designer” haul from Turkey.  The popular holiday destination has long been regarded as the “capital...
THE SUN Aug 9

Diego Simeone drops Joao Felix transfer hint as he speaks out on situation

Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as transfer target Joao Felix starts for Atletico Madrid in Hong Kong pre-season friendly
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Aug 8

Sørloth bags two as Simeone tinkers: What we learned from Atlético's domination of Kitchee

Photo by Lampson Yip - Clicks Images/Getty ImagesThe pre-season fixture ended in a thrashing Atlético Madrid continued their pre-season escapades...
INTO THE CALDERON Aug 7

Takeaways from Atlético Madrid's 6-1 drubbing of Kitchee in Hong Kong

Photo by Lampson Yip - Clicks Images/Getty ImagesThe pre-season fixture ended in a thrashing Atlético Madrid continued their pre-season escapades...
INTO THE CALDERON Aug 7

East Asia & ASEAN Wrap: Shanghai Port stay hot, Perth Glory win thriller

Hong Kong: Shanghai Port registered their 15th consecutive victory as they edged closer to retaining the Chinese Super League title with a 1-0 win...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 5

Joao Felix named in Atletico Madrid preseason squad despite fan fury

Joao Felix will travel with Atletico Madrid for a preseason friendly in Hong Kong next week. Los Rojiblancos face local side Kitchee on August 7...
FOOTBALL-ESPANA.NET Aug 4

On This Day (3rd August 1988): Happy Birthday, Santiago Vergini!

Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty ImagesThe man who scored the greatest own goal in the history of Sunderland AFC celebrates his 36th birthday today, and...
SBNATION.COM Aug 3

Latest AFC President's Travelling Fellow for Football Medicine hosted in Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong, China: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President's Travelling Fellow for Football Medicine 2024 successfully concluded in Hong...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 30

Como claim alleged racist abuse of Wolves forward Hwang Hee-chan ‘blown out of proportion'

The Italian club claim their player compared the South Korea forward to the martial arts stuntman Jackie Chan, who is from Hong Kong
THE INDEPENDENT Jul 17

Como defend ‘Jackie Chan' comment after Wolves complain of racism in friendly

‘Incident blown out of proportion,' claim Italian side Hwang Hee-chan finds Jackie Chan reference derogatory Como have accused Wolves of blowing...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 16

England legend Paul Ince praises diversity of Euro 2024 squad – and reveals his prediction for score in Sunday’s final

ENGLAND great Paul Ince has praised the diversity of the Euros squad — highlighting  quarter-final goal hero Bukayo Saka.  And the only non-white...
THE SUN Jul 13

Hong Kong, China defeat Indonesia in friendly

Hong Kong: Hong Kong, China triumphed 3-2 in their international friendly match against Indonesia on Thursday.
THE-AFC.COM Jul 12

Under-16s to return to Hong Kong

The Academy will be back at the Youth Football Academy Summit in Asia this August.
MANUTD.COM Jul 10

FA decision on First Matildas has caused ‘distress and trauma', say former players

More than 60 signatories on letter sent to Football Australia Six-page letter demands clarification over processes A letter signed by more than...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 9

East Asia Wrap: Gamba down Marinos; Gangwon inch closer to top

Hong Kong: Gamba Osaka posted a 4-0 win against Yokohama F. Marinos on Saturday and moved level with Kashima Antlers as the duo continue to put...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 8

‘Nothing short of farcical': Rift opens after Football Australia honours 1975 ‘First Matildas' team

Australian great Julie Dolan rejects formal recognition of team Pat O'Connor now recognised as first official Matildas captain instead A decision...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 1

East Asia Wrap: Sangmu lead as Ulsan beaten in derby; Wu treble in Port win

Hong Kong: The lead changed hands in Korea Republic for the third time in six matchdays with Gimcheon Sangmu emerging as the frontrunners after...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 1

Chelsea insider says Andre Villas-Boas sent ruthless message to Didier Drogba and tried to ‘ostracise’ Frank Lampard

Jason Cundy has lifted the lid on Andre Villas-Boas’ ‘strange’ time at Chelsea after witnessing it first-hand. The Portuguese boss got the Chelsea...
TALKSPORT Jun 29

From Covid-inspired tag in Mexico to soccer with no ball in Iraq: Francis Alÿs on his joyous films of children's games

The artist has travelled the world documenting the way children play. As he puts his films on display, he talks about the way conkers cross...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 28

Henry Winter: Gareth Southgate love affair with England is over… this looks like the end-game

The end of the group stage for England also looked and sounded like the end-game for Gareth Southgate. The fans, loyal for so long, are turning....
TALKSPORT Jun 26

East Asia Wrap: Falcons are Mongolian champions; Gamba overcome Vissel

Hong Kong: SP Falcons confirmed their first-ever league title in Mongolia after they overcame Khoromkhon 6-2 on Saturday, thereby also punching...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 24

Watch Diego Forlan smash rival at tennis as former Man Utd star makes incredible career change

DIEGO FORLAN is best known to fans around the world for banging goals in during his brilliant 21-year playing career. But now aged 45, the former...
THE SUN Jun 20
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