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The Football Association of Hong Kong, China (HKFA) is the governing body for football in the city. Established in 1909, it is one of the game’s oldest governing bodies in Asia and organises various competitions from youth level to professional leagues. It also oversees the Hong Kong representative team.
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Lionel Messi sitting out the Inter Miami vs Hong Kong exhibition game was because of an injury and not his fault, and the idea he should have addressed fans to explain the situation is misconceived.
Lionel Messi’s no-show on the pitch at Hong Kong Stadium was a slap in the face for fans, and organisers – including the government – have a lot to answer for.
While fans are understandably excited about the impending arrival of the football great, the Asian Cup campaign by the Hong Kong team deserves the city’s full support.
Some 23 arrests, including coach and players, by Hong Kong graft-buster have shocked the local game.
The local game’s use of video technology will assist referees, but every effort must be made to ensure its introduction is smooth and that it enjoys the confidence of officials, players and – most of all – fans.
Hong Kong’s first home international fixture for three years should be remembered for its play, not the booing of the national anthem by a minority of fans.
- Club owner suggests corruption in game in Hong Kong is not as widespread as elsewhere
- But Premier League player who blew the whistle on match-fixing in the city more than a decade ago says it still hasn’t been stamped out
Scott ‘very sad’ over Hong Kong exit after Kitchee fail to approach midfielder over new contract, while uncertainty reigns over Premier League’s make-up in 2024-25.
Andersen confirms exit from Hong Kong post following successful 2½-year reign, Norwegian set for club job on mainland China.
Hong Kong players left guessing over Jorn Andersen’s future, with no news communicated to squad following head coach quit reports.
Jorn Andersen will appear at a press conference on Wednesday, although media will not be allowed to ask questions. The head coach has already reportedly cleared out his desk.
Speculation surrounding the future of Hong Kong head coach Jorn Andersen grows after he misses training ahead of Iran game, amid rumours linking him to Chinese Super League job.
Lee Man topple Kitchee 3-2 on final day of the season, with players apparently set for payday after completing unbeaten league campaign.
Fulham, holders Aston Villa and Glasgow Rangers join Hong Kong Rangers in last eight, while PFA All Stars’ former English Premier League veterans reach Masters semis.
Captain James Wright says Villa boast ‘a strong squad that is arguably stronger than last year’ as men’s tournament starts on Saturday.
Joaquin Tam took over Hong Kong football in May 2021 and had to deal with several issues, including high-level management crises and questions over officiating.
After the Inter Miami controversy, local officials are wary of a repeat, but report suggests Spanish side are lining up a match.
Lee Man’s Henri Anier says the climate, playing surfaces and separation from his family made for a difficult first season in Hong Kong.
Players left guessing over reasons for dugout change, midfielder Scott says as he acknowledges low morale but refutes suggestion of divided camp.
Lee Man owner vows to match big-spending Kitchee after 6-1 slaying of Sham Shui Po gives team Premier League trophy.
Club owner Ken Ng-kin prepared to spend ‘as much as it needs’ after losing Premier League, FA Cup and Sapling Cup trophies in disastrous 2023-24 season.
Kitchee get a win at last after a torrid run, meaning Lee Man must still earn a point from their match away to Sham Shui Po to be crowned champions.
BC Rangers’ owner and captain break off from Sapling Cup celebrations to question the future of football in the city.
Starring role in Hong Kong was ‘important stepping stone’ towards recent debut against Manchester City, according to Omari Kellyman, as Villa prepare to defend their Sevens title.
Yakubu Nassam Ibrahim’s goal gives BC Rangers first silverware since 1995, as Kitchee fail to force goalkeeper into a save then gag their players over coach situation.
City’s representative team have not played outside Asia since 1992, and last hosted European opposition in 2006, when Croatia visited for a friendly.
Dani Almazan, one of the stand-out players in this Hong Kong season, reveals how time with ‘Uncle’ David Villa, the former Barcelona and Spain superstar, shaped his football education.
Professional side Tranmere Rovers host second edition of UK Hong Kong Cup, with chairman seeing potential to attract BN(O) holders to help regenerate Wirral region.
Head coach Kim Dong-jin publicly demoted as assistant takes charge during crushing 2-1 FA Cup semi-final defeat to Eastern.
Financially ailing underdogs succeed where all in the league have failed as they end champions-elect Lee Man’s chance of doing the double.
Local FA under fire for not using VAR in every match, but city’s referees boss denies its inconsistent use jeopardises the league’s integrity.
Kitchee chief Ken Ng would back an independent organisation to oversee the local Premier League, but distanced himself from the idea of a power grab by member clubs.
President says Hong Kong club ‘has problems’ after poor league campaign, challenges interim boss Kim Dong-jin to prove he deserves job full time with cup finals ahead.
Attacker Mahama Awal ‘felt so down’ following omission from Asian Cup finals squad, the 32-year-old slept through attempts to summon him for March qualifier.
Officials condemned as flooding hits decisive matches in city’s top league, after fixtures go ahead despite pleas to postpone.
Young Hong Kong talent Yu vowing to wait for right time to move abroad, with head coach Losada insisting slight stature will not hold back midfielder.
