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Spanish La Liga
Jose Mourinho agrees to return as Real Madrid boss after 13 years away: reports
The Portuguese will leave Benfica, whom he joined last September, and will replace his former player Alvaro Arbeloa as head coach.
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Fifa World Cup 2026
Rising star to global icon: who could be the 2026 World Cup’s breakout player?
18 May 2026 - 12:32PM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Worst team in Hong Kong’s top flight could still avoid drop, but boss gets sack
18 May 2026 - 8:00AM
English Premier League
Xabi Alonso says there is ‘immense pride’ at being named Chelsea manager
Spaniard handed four-year deal a day after the team’s 1-0 defeat at hands of Manchester City in FA Cup final.
17 May 2026 - 5:23PM
Xabi Alonso has been handed the task of reviving Chelsea’s fortunes. Photo: AP
Fifa World Cup 2026
Iran confirms squad heading to Turkey for Fifa World Cup preparation
Iran and the US cut diplomatic ties in 1980, and the players are expected to use their time to complete the procedures for obtaining visas.
17 May 2026 - 2:00PM
Fifa World Cup 2026
The last dance: Messi and Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final Fifa World Cup
Two best players of their generation prepare to make history this summer, 20 years after their first appearances at football’s biggest tournament.
16 May 2026 - 12:20PM
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David Beckham
Spend it like Beckham: ex-England star UK’s first billionaire athlete
Combined wealth of the ex-footballer and his wife, Victoria, reached about US$1.583 billion this year, the Sunday Times Rich List says.
15 May 2026 - 10:00PM
David Beckham is a co-owner of Inter Miami and has several brand ambassador roles while former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham owns a fashion label. Photo: EPA
Fifa
Injured winger Mitoma fails to make Japan’s World Cup squad as Tomiyasu returns
Liverpool’s Endo and Crystal Palace’s Kamada also make cut as coach Hajime Moriyasu picks best 26 ‘for Japan to win on the world stage’.
15 May 2026 - 9:00PM
Fifa World Cup 2026
CCTV, Fifa agree World Cup TV deal covering 4 tournaments until 2031
State broadcaster says agreement with governing body was reached on Friday and will cover men’s and women’s events.
15 May 2026 - 9:58PM
North Korea
Tickets for rare North v South football clash in Korea sell out in 12 hours
The two sides meet in the semi-finals of the Women’s Asian Champions League in the city of Suwon; national flags and anthems will not be used.
15 May 2026 - 3:00PM
Hong Kong Football Festival
Hong Kong trip vital in ensuring next Chelsea boss makes mark like Jose Mourinho
Ex-keeper Carlo Cudicini anticipating valuable opportunities for two-times European champions’ manager and players at city football festival.
15 May 2026 - 10:00AM
Carlo Cudicini, here in 2004 in goal for Chelsea, is a two-times Premier League winner. Photo: Reuters
Fifa World Cup 2026
Scientists warn Fifa that World Cup games at risk of searing heat
One in four games could take place in very hot conditions; meanwhile, Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline first-ever half-time show in final.
14 May 2026 - 8:35PM
Chinese Football Association (CFA)
China youth teams make World Cups amid Fifa hopes of seeing nation back at the top
Both under-17 men’s and women’s teams reach final stages of Asian Cup to book World Cup spots as Mattias Grafstrom praises Chinese system.
15 May 2026 - 2:09PM
Chinese Football Association (CFA)
China’s emerging football generation rising to the occasion gives fans hope
Young players, who reached AFC U23 Asian Cup final, are playing pivotal roles in their club teams’ strong positions in the domestic standings.
14 May 2026 - 8:00AM
Fifa World Cup 2026
Don’t mention the war: Tucson prepares to welcome Iran football team for World Cup
Even though Democrats and Republicans in the multicultural city are happy to host the players, some Persians refuse to support them.
13 May 2026 - 11:00PM
Tucson, an oasis of civilisation in the Arizona desert, is set to be the base camp for Iran when the World Cup starts in the US, Mexico and Canada next month. Photo: AFP
English Premier League
What you’d bury grandma in, or must-have? United’s China-style top divides fans
The prematch jacket features a mandarin collar and knot buttons, but not everyone is impressed. Grave clothes chic or the next big thing?
13 May 2026 - 5:43PM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong, Shanghai Shenhua star Shinichi Chan on mission to unearth city talent
Former Kitchee forward launches academy with best friend Bosley Yu, enlisting expertise of prominent local players and agent to the stars.
13 May 2026 - 8:00AM
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Fifa World Cup 2026
Lionel Messi tipped for Hong Kong return, Argentine gearing up for World Cup
Sports marketing entrepreneur Michael Rocha-Keys hopes former Barcelona star comes back to city in ‘more organised manner’ in the near future.
12 May 2026 - 8:00AM
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Lionel Messi (centre) stayed on the bench when Inter Miami played a Tatler Asia-organised match in Hong Kong in February 2024. Photo: Sam Tsang
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Interim Hong Kong boss Losada’s future up in air, to take charge in friendlies
City team will play Mongolia and Cambodia next month, but football bosses have still to name permanent successor to Ashley Westwood.
11 May 2026 - 9:00PM
Fifa
Fifa officials head to China to discuss bargain broadcasting deal for World Cup
Football’s global governing body is reportedly offering to slash the price and talks will also cover a package for 2026 and 2030 editions.
10 May 2026 - 7:16PM
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)
Record winners Japan drawn against defending champions Qatar in Asian Cup finals
Saudi Arabia, who are staging the tournament for the first time, will meet Kuwait, Oman and Palestine in the continent’s 24-team showpiece event.
10 May 2026 - 3:00PM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Eastern boss plotting Hong Kong domination, exits ‘pain in process’ of progress
Manu Torres on board with club’s decision to wave goodbye to high-profile figures, accepts responsibility of taking ‘big, big club’ to top.
10 May 2026 - 12:21PM
Dani Almazan (left) is poised for an acrimonious departure from Eastern. Photo: EPA-EFE
Fifa
World Cup ticket prices dropping on resale market as Fifa triples ‘best’ price for final
News comes not long after its president, Gianni Infantino, defends the high costs and attributes them to the demand in the US market.
8 May 2026 - 3:31PM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong football poised for Asean Cup windfall, China and India set to compete
City team could bank US$300,000 from winning second tier of inaugural tournament, Fifa invites China and India to play in first division.
7 May 2026 - 1:01PM
Fifa
Iran FA chief wants Fifa guarantee country’s special forces will not be insulted
Mehdi Taj, who turned back from Canadian border over ‘disrespectful treatment’, says the assurance is needed for the team to take part.
6 May 2026 - 8:00PM
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