https://www.scmp.com/rss/522614/feed The latest news and top stories on Phil Jones. A former professional footballer and Premier League winner, Jones enjoyed a distinguished playing career primarily with Manchester United, securing multiple trophies including the FA Cup and Europa League. He also earned 27 England caps. Following his retirement, Jones transitioned into coaching, now serving as an Under-16s Coach at Manchester United. His role involves developing young talent within the academy, drawing on his extensive experience... en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Lars Hamer Lars Hamer Cristiano Ronaldo is not the only Manchester United legend visiting Hong Kong this week. Peter Schmeichel is, too, for a JC Youth Football Academy Summit that the Danish former goalkeeper predicted would leave a lasting impression locally. Organised by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, the summit saw young Hong Kong sides and local children engaging with the Manchester United academy, Schmeichel and former United defender Phil Jones. United’s academy drew 3-3 with a local Premier Youth League Select on... https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3322213/footballers-visiting-hong-kong-vital-local-kids-manchester-united-legend?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3322213/footballers-visiting-hong-kong-vital-local-kids-manchester-united-legend?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 18 Aug 2025 09:15:14 +0000 Lars Hamer Lars Hamer Manchester United’s academy team won an extraordinary game of 12 penalties as they downed a team of hosts Hong Kong’s hottest prospects on Friday. The visiting United under-16s were 3-1 down at the end of 90 minutes and staring defeat in the face against a Hong Kong Premier Youth League Select at Mong Kok Stadium. Then, having already added 10 minutes of stoppage time to the first half, officials calculated a further 10 at the end of the second. United proceeded to win two penalties in those 10... https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3322060/hong-kong-youngsters-pay-penalty-manchester-united-counterparts-finish-strongly?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3322060/hong-kong-youngsters-pay-penalty-manchester-united-counterparts-finish-strongly?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 15 Aug 2025 14:26:24 +0000