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
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...
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...
Hong Kong, China defeat Indonesia in friendly
Hong Kong: Hong Kong, China triumphed 3-2 in their international friendly match against Indonesia on Thursday.
Under-16s to return to Hong Kong
The Academy will be back at the Youth Football Academy Summit in Asia this August.
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...
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...
‘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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
East Asia Wrap: Gangwon stay red-hot; Zelvia open up lead in Japan
Hong Kong: Gangwon FC recorded their fifth successive win in K League 1 after they defeated Suwon FC 3-1 on Saturday to move one point behind...
Insider trading case involving Blackpool owner Simon Sadler moved to higher Hong Kong court as hearing date set
Simon Sadler is a lifelong fan of Blackpool and has owned the Seasiders since 2019
Group E: Turkmenistan, Hong Kong, China bid farewell with stalemate
Ashgabat: Turkmenistan finished in third place in Group E after holding Hong Kong, China to a goalless draw at the Ashgabat Stadium to bring their...
Preview - Group E: Turkmenistan v Hong Kong, China; IR Iran v Uzbekistan
Tehran: A sizzler is on the cards when Islamic Republic of Iran host Uzbekistan in Group E of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the...
Three arrested in Hong Kong for ‘insulting' Chinese anthem at World Cup qualifier
Police say spectators ‘turned their backs toward the pitch and did not stand for the playing of the national anthem'
Three people have been...
Ghalenoei: IR Iran did well to beat Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong: Amir Ghalenoei expressed his satisfaction with Islamic Republic of Iran's performance in their 4-2 win over Hong Kong, China in Group E...
Group E: Hong Kong, China 2-4 IR Iran
Hong Kong: Islamic Republic of Iran survived a stiff test from Hong Kong, China to walk away with a 4-2 win in their Preliminary Joint...
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...
Preview - Group E: Uzbekistan v Turkmenistan; Hong Kong, China v IR Iran
Tashkent: Uzbekistan and Islamic Republic of Iran will put their unbeaten runs in the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World...
Preview: Hong Kong vs. Iran - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Hong Kong and Iran, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
John Obi Mikel details how Andre Villas-Boas lost Chelsea dressing room as he gives new insight into John Terry feud
Chelsea icon John Obi Mikel has declared that Andre Villas-Boas’ quest to assert his authority led to him losing the dressing room.
The now-Porto...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1981 – Hong Kong Hallelujah! Milnes Men Win Tour Thriller
In 1981, in very different climes to the match reported earlier today against FC Austria in Vienna fifteen year’s previously in 1966, CCFPA member...
Blackpool Football Club owner’s company to hand back cash after legal proceedings launched
Legal proceedings were launched in Hong Kong.
El Atlético prepara un simulacro de Champions para rodarse en verano
La gira de los rojiblancos por China tendrá a los campeones de Italia (Inter Milan) y Francia (PSG) como rivales. El Kitchee, en Hong Kong, único...
Andersen steps down as Hong Kong head coach
Hong Kong: Jorn Andersen announced on Wednesday that he is standing down as head coach of the Hong Kong, China representative team with immediate...
Andersen steps down from Hong Kong
Hong Kong: Jorn Andersen announced on Wednesday that he is standing down as head coach of the Hong Kong, China representative team with immediate...
East Asia Wrap: Oscar treble in Port win; Vissel lose in league and cup
Hong Kong: Brazilian attacking midfielder Oscar produced a hat-trick while Wu Lei netted his 15th goal in 13 appearances this season as reigning...
Double Rangers heartbreak for young Newcastle United stars
Newcastle United have been in Hong Kong Soccer Sevens action this weekend. Newcastle United had three group games on Saturday. NUFC winning 3-0...
Hong Kong Soccer Sevens – Newcastle United through to quarter-finals after undefeated in group
It is Hong Kong Soccer Sevens action this weekend. Newcastle United had three group games on Saturday. NUFC kicked off at 8.44am (UK time) in their...
Hong Kong Soccer Sevens – Newcastle United kick-off with 3-0 win
It is Hong Kong Soccer Sevens action this weekend. Newcastle United having three group games on Saturday. NUFC kicked off at 8.4am in their opening...
Hong Kong Soccer Sevens – Newcastle United kick-off at 8.44am
It is Hong Kong Soccer Sevens action this weekend. Newcastle United having three group games on Saturday. Newcastle v Tai Po kick-off 8.44am,...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1981 – Sky Blue Tommy Tames Selangor In Malaysia
Three seasons after City competed for the Japan Cup after the 1980-81 season was over the Sky Blues were again in South East Asia playing games in...
On This Day in 2002: Scotland loss means unwanted history for Berti Vogts
Berti Vogts became the first Scotland manager to lose his opening four matches in charge as the team were beaten 2-0 by South Africa in Hong Kong...
East Asia Wrap: Lee Man win first-ever league title; Ulsan beaten again
Hong Kong: Lee Man FC emerged as the champions of Hong Kong for the first time as a 6-1 win against Sham Shui Po on Sunday gave them an...
Fans baffled as Celtic presented with Scottish Premiership trophy by SANTA CLAUS.. but there’s a hilarious reason for it
FOOTBALL fans were left baffled after Celtic were presented with the Scottish Premiership trophy by SANTA CLAUS.
Celtic ran out 3-2 winners over...
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,...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1988 – Sky Blues Win The Carlsberg Cup In Hong Kong!
On this day (14th May) in 1988 the Sky Blues under popular ‘gaffer’ (and former CCFC fullback) John Sillett had just completed a pretty successful...
East Asia Wrap: Vissel back on top; Port pile pressure on Shenhua
Hong Kong: Reigning champions Vissel Kobe returned to the top of the table in Japan following a 4-1 win against Cerezo Osaka on Saturday, but...
Blackpool FC owner faces insider trading charges in Hong Kong
Simon Sadler, founder of the Segantii Capital Management hedge fund, is released on bail after the financial regulator launches criminal proceedings
Legal proceedings launched against Blackpool Football Club owner Simon Sadler
Legal proceedings have been launched in Hong Kong
REPORT: BetMGM to sponsor Tottenham's training gear starting next season
Photo by Erica Denhoff/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesYeah, not wild about this! Tottenham Hotspur's main kit sponsor is Hong Kong-based insurance...
East Asia Wrap: Kyoto down Vissel; Honours even in Shanghai derby
Hong Kong: Taichi Hara’s goal proved to be the difference as Kyoto Sanga posted a surprise 1-0 win against defending champions Vissel Kobe in Japan...
‘This is really uncomfortable’ – John Terry and Chelsea legends refused to board plane after Andre Villas-Boas power play
Andre Villas-Boas’ ill-fated spell at Chelsea appeared to be doomed before it had even started.
John Terry has revealed the 46-year-old lost the...
East Asia Wrap: Zelvia return to top; Jeonbuk post back-to-back wins
Hong Kong: Machida Zelvia returned to the top of the table in Japan after they edged FC Tokyo 2-1 on Sunday while Cerezo Osaka’s unbeaten start was...
World Snooker champion has spent 12 months buying flash cars, travelling the world and hanging out with Arsenal star
IF YOU became a world champion of your sport and pocketed £500,000 prize money, how exactly would you celebrate?
Maybe buy a nice car. Treat the...
Newcastle United youngsters join Aston Villa & West Ham in post-season tournament
Newcastle United will be represented in the annual Hong Kong Soccer Sevens tournament once again next month.
A deep dive inside the making of the Premier League's latest superstars Phil Foden and Cole Palmer
Phil Foden and Cole Palmer are currently two of the Premier League's biggest superstars.
The Manchester City midfielder and his former...
Newcastle United official announcement – Hong Kong Soccer Sevens details
The 2024 renewal of the Hong Kong Soccer Sevens are taking place next month. Newcastle United on Monday revealing details of their participation....
East Asia Wrap: Ulsan gain momentum; Port win thriller against Shandong
Hong Kong: Ulsan Hyundai warmed up for Wednesday’s AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 semi-final first leg against Japan’s Yokohama F. Marinos with an...
Inter Milan wanted Phil Foden after youth tournament but he was ‘never going to leave' beloved Manchester City
Phil Foden has become a Manchester City superstar and his love for his boyhood club is what sets him apart from the rest.
The 23-year-old has...
East Asia Wrap: Marinos defeat Vissel; Pohang go top
Hong Kong: An exquisite finish from Yan Matheus with seven minutes to play helped Yokohama F. Marinos overcome defending champions Vissel Kobe 2-1...
East Asia Wrap: Jeonbuk fight back against Ulsan; Vissel hit six past Consadole
Hong Kong: Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors came from two goals down against Ulsan Hyundai to earn a vital point against the defending champions while...
I went AWOL after my Scotland debut – I couldn’t believe the huge press pack waiting in London
JAMES McFADDEN had the fear after missing his flight home from Hong Kong in 2002.
The Scotland international had just made his debut under Berti...
Italian Journalist Argues Inter Milan Owners Suning Problems In China Are “More Political Than Judicial”
Italian journalist Marco Bellinazzo explains the nature of the problems facing Inter Milan owners Suning in China. In recent days, an Italian court...
Ghalenoei wants a sharper IR Iran, Andersen sees positives in Hong Kong, China
Ashgabat: Amir Ghalenoei is demanding more potency from his Islamic Republic of Iran team despite having secured a spot at the AFC Asian Cup Saudi...
Group E: Uzbekistan 3-0 Hong Kong, China
Tashkent: Uzbekistan continued their fine form in the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi...
Preview - Group E: Uzbekistan v Hong Kong, China; Turkmenistan v IR Iran
Ashgabat: Islamic Republic of Iran will aim to confirm their place in the next stage when they face Turkmenistan in their Preliminary Joint...
Preview: Uzbekistan vs. Hong Kong - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Uzbekistan and Hong Kong, including predictions, team news and possible...
Milan Court Confirms Hong Kong Tribunal Ruling: Inter Milan President Must Pay Chinese Creditors $255M
A Milan court has confirmed the ruling of a Hong Kong tribunal that Inter Milan President Steven Zhang must pay creditors $255 million USD. This...
Captain resigns and retires after ‘humiliating’ World Cup qualifier and tells wife ‘I really cannot accept it’
CHINA'S national team captain has retired from international duty after his country's “humiliating” draw with Singapore.
Zhang Linpeng threw in the...
IR Iran, Uzbekistan set to book spots
Hong Kong: Islamic Republic of Iran and Uzbekistan left themselves well placed to advance from Group E of the Preliminary Joint Qualification –...
Iran, Uzbekistan set to book spots
Hong Kong: Islamic Republic of Iran and Uzbekistan left themselves well placed to advance from Group E of the Preliminary Joint Qualification –...
Group E: Hong Kong, China 0-2 Uzbekistan
Hong Kong: Goals from Eldor Shomurodov and Rustamjon Ashurmatov earned Uzbekistan a 2-0 win over Hong Kong, China on Thursday to maintain their...
Lionel Messi fans get positive update after Hong Kong drama
In a bid to address the disappointment of fans who eagerly awaited Lionel Messi’s appearance in Hong Kong, only to see him sidelined during a...
Preview - Group E: Hong Kong, China v Uzbekistan; IR Iran v Turkmenistan
Kuala Lumpur: Uzbekistan will welcome back star forward Eldor Shomurodov for the first of two matches against Hong Kong, China in Group E of the...
Lionel Messi fans left seething after footballer didn't play in Hong Kong match due to 'groin injury' will get half their ticket money back... if they agree not to pursue legal action
Fans, who paid up to £500 (HK$4,880) for the chance to see Messi, said they felt 'cheated' by the no-show after he was heavily featured in the...
Preview: Hong Kong vs. Uzbekistan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Hong Kong and Uzbekistan, including predictions, team news and possible...
FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Asian Qualifiers: March Match Schedule
During FIFA Matchday, one of the confederations that will see official activity is the AFC. Here you can watch which games and what dates and times...
Celtic-daft Rod Stewart spotted celebrating win that put Hoops back top of the league 7,000 miles away from Glasgow
SIR ROD STEWART is arguably Celtic’s biggest celebrity fan.
The Maggie May and You’re in My Heart singer is spotted regularly at Celtic Park...
East Asia Wrap: Newcomers Machida rise to top; Sangmu edge Jeonbuk
Hong Kong: Machida Zelvia, who got promoted to the J1 League as the 2023 Japanese second division champions, climbed to the top of the table four...
East Asia Wrap: Vissel fight back against Tokyo; Ulsan stay perfect
Hong Kong: Yuya Osako's superb free-kick sealed reigning champions Vissel Kobe’s comeback win against FC Tokyo in the J1 League on Saturday while...
Inter Miami boss Tata Martino admits Lionel Messi fatigue
Inter Miami‘s head coach Tata Martino has acknowledged that Lionel Messi is dealing with fatigue following a busy start to the 2024 campaign,...
Liverpool FSG owners to launch 'immersive Anfield experience' in Asia for big cash boost
The club has announced a partnership with Hong Kong firm Swire Properties to launch an immersive Reds experience focused on the unique matchday...
Liverpool announce new exciting Asia partnership as part of FSG's 'ambitious' growth plans
Liverpool are to launch an immersive Anfield experience in locations across China and Hong Kong
East Asia Wrap: Ulsan edge Pohang in derby; Jubilo stun Kawasaki
Hong Kong: Ataru Esaka’s fortuitous goal six minutes into the second half settled the East Coast derby as reigning champions Ulsan Hyundai kicked...
Lionel Messi leads Argentine NT March roster with 9 World Cup champs missing
Lionel Scaloni has submitted the Argentine national team squad for the March international window, with Lionel Messi leading the list while eight...
Redondo signing shows Inter Miami are planning for life beyond Messi
A focus on young South American players has underpinned Miami's star-driven transfer strategy
Inter Miami already had the actual Sergio Busquets....
East Asia Wrap: Vissel open with win; Shenhua lift Chinese Super Cup
Hong Kong: Vissel Kobe’s title defence got off to a winning start against Jubilo Iwata in Japan while Yokohama F. Marinos followed up their midweek...
Indian women's football team downs Hong Kong
India defeats Hong Kong in Turkish Women’s Cup with goals from Anju Tamang and Soumya Guguloth.
Striker who scored winning goal in the League Cup final looks unrecognisable after shaving off shaggy lockdown beard
THIS former Premier League star rocks a drastically different look to when he was starring in the English top flight.
When he arrived in 2004 he...
Chinese authorities cancel Argentina friendlies after Lionel Messi Hong Kong debacle
Argentina will instead play El Salvador and Nigeria in the United States in March
Lionel Messi's Argentina set to play in USA on next international break - after China CANCELLED proposed tour amid backlash over Inter Miami star sitting out their friendly in Hong Kong
Argentina were initially scheduled to play games against Nigeria and Ivory Coast in China next month, yet that is no longer the case after sport...
Lionel Messi defends decision to miss Hong Kong match after China backlash
Lionel Messi has spoken out defending his position to remain on the bench during Hong Kong match