Player to Watch: Everton Camargo (Hong Kong, China)

Kuala Lumpur: Since taking over as Hong Kong, China head coach in December 2021 Jorn Andersen has sought to add energy and goals to a team that...
THE-AFC.COM Dec 7, 2023

Academy Weekly: Youth Cup tickets available

Fans are encouraged to attend our 19 December fixture, plus news on Hong Kong, a charity appeal and much more.
MANUTD.COM Dec 5, 2023

East Asia Wrap: Gangwon draw sends Bluewings down; Sanfrecce pip Urawa

Hong Kong: Four-time champions Suwon Samsung Bluewings were relegated in Korea Republic for the first time in their history after a goalless draw...
THE-AFC.COM Dec 4, 2023

Terry Venables is the man who put a smile on the face of the nation… I’ll never stop singing his praises

IF they did a league table of football’s larger-than-life  personalities, Terry Venables would be the odds-on favourite for the title. I have...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 2, 2023

‘Life-enriching and life-changing journeys'

A new film explains why that phrase sums up a recent U16s trip to Hong Kong, as well as the wider Academy experience.
MANUTD.COM Dec 1, 2023

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

Hong Kong: Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC kept their hopes of reaching the knockout stages of the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 alive by registering a...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 29, 2023

Preview - Group F: Kitchee SC (HKG) v Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC (KOR)

Hong Kong: Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors face a do-or-die mission when they play Kitchee SC in Group F of the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 on Wednesday.
THE-AFC.COM Nov 28, 2023

East Asia Wrap: Vissel seal maiden league title; Shenhua lift Chinese FA Cup

Hong Kong: Vissel Kobe sealed their very first league title in Japan with a game to spare after they defeated Nagoya Grampus 2-1 on Saturday and...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 27, 2023

Terry Venables never stopped England fans believing.. he leaves us all with a vital feel-good Euro 96 legacy

THOSE who don’t remember the golden summer of 1996 wonder what all the fuss was about. England lost in the semi-finals of a European...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Nov 26, 2023

Andersen satisfied, Orazov frustrated

Hong Kong: Head coach Jorn Andersen declared Hong Kong, China's performance in their 2-2 draw with Turkmenistan on Tuesday the best since he took...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 22, 2023

Round 2 - Group E: Hong Kong, China 2-2 Turkmenistan

Hong Kong: Everton Camargo’s second half strike earned Hong Kong, China a 2-2 draw with Turkmenistan in their Group E clash at Hong Kong Stadium in...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 21, 2023

Preview - Group E: Hong Kong, China v Turkmenistan; Uzbekistan v IR Iran

Tashkent: Uzbekistan will play Islamic Republic of Iran on Tuesday in a meeting between two sides looking to establish an early advantage in Group...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 20, 2023

Round 2 - Group E: IR Iran 4-0 Hong Kong, China

Tehran: Sardar Azmoun struck twice as the Islamic Republic of Iran handed Hong Kong, China a 4-0 defeat in their opening game in Group E of the...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 16, 2023

Ex-Premier League striker JAILED for failing to pay his beauty queen ex-wife £70,000

A FORMER Premier League striker has been jailed for a year after failing to pay £70,000 to his beauty queen ex-wife. Ex-Aston Villa striker Bosko...
THE SUN Nov 15, 2023

Preview - Group E: Turkmenistan v Uzbekistan; IR Iran v Hong Kong, China

Tehran: Islamic Republic of Iran are the clear favourites to advance from Group E of the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 15, 2023

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

Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Iran and Hong Kong, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Nov 14, 2023

East Asia Wrap: Vissel leave it late; Bluewings win Suwon derby

Hong Kong: Yuya Osako hit a dramatic 96th-minute winner as Vissel Kobe edged Urawa Red Diamonds 2-1 on Sunday and preserved their two-point...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 13, 2023

Hong Kong, China relishing return to continental stage

Kuala Lumpur: The return of Hong Kong, China to the AFC Asian Cup™ Finals for the first time since in more than five decades couldn't be more...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 12, 2023

Group F: Bangkok United FC (THA) 1-1 Kitchee SC (HKG)

Pathum Thani: Bangkok United’s perfect record in Group F of the 2023-24 AFC Champions League came to an end on Wednesday as Totchtawan Sripan’s...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 8, 2023

Al Nassr vs Al Khaleej: TV Channel, how and where to watch or live stream online free 2023-2024 Saudi Professional League in your country

Al Nassr take on Al Khaleej at Al Awal Park in Riyadh for the 2023-2024 Saudi Professional League. Read here to check how to watch this game on TV...
BOLAVIP US Nov 4, 2023

We live on picturesque hill where famous advert was filmed – tourists peer into our windows & homes are left empty

A PICTURESQUE hill where a famous advert was once filmed is filled with tourists and empty homes. Residents along Gold Hill in Shaftesbury, Dorset,...
THE SUN Oct 23, 2023

Ex-West Ham footballer jailed after attempting to sell £1.9m antique vase stolen during heist at Switzerland museum

A FORMER West Ham player who tried to help sell a £1.9million antique vase stolen during a heist at a Switzerland museum has been jailed. Kaine...
THE SUN Oct 16, 2023

Understanding Different Types of Agreements in Law

In the world of law, contracts and agreements play a crucial role in defining the rights and obligations of parties involved. Whether it’s a...
WORTHINGFC.COM Oct 13, 2023

Forgotten one-cap Scotland star was Chelsea teammate with John Terry & became Prem club legend with glamour testimonial

AS Scotland caps go, making your only international appearance on an away trip against a Hong Kong League XI is rather unique. And that’s...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Oct 12, 2023

Shocking moment North Korean players clash with referee after 2-1 defeat to Japan as match ends in chaos

THIS WAS the shock moment that North Korea’s football stars ATTACKED the referee after they were beaten by Japan. North Korea boss Sin Yong Nam...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Oct 2, 2023

After Saka nicked James Maddison’s dart throw, this iconic Wembley moment is my all-time favourite celebration

JAMES  MADDISON  wishes to announce  he was the first player to celebrate a goal with a dart-throwing action. It’s the real thing, said Spurs’...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Sep 29, 2023

West Brom financial development as £5million loan status questioned - report

West Bromwich Albion’s managing director reached out to determine when the club’s £5million loan will be repaid, according to iNews. The newspaper...
WESTBROMNEWS.CO.UK Sep 29, 2023

I’ve been world snooker champion a record seven times – now I drink wine before matches and would rather be playing golf

STEPHEN HENDRY has revealed how he’s taken to drinking a glass of WINE before matches. The Scottish legend delighted snooker fans when he...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Sep 28, 2023

Mikael: The ACL is tough but Kitchee will bounce back

Hong Kong: Having scored one of the most spectacular AFC Champions League™ goals in recent times, Kitchee SC forward Mikael Severo has surely...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 28, 2023

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 Sep 27, 2023

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 Sep 27, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

‘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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023
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