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Lionel Messi, an icon for the defending World Cup champions Argentina, grabbed the back of his left leg and asked to come off in a match for Inter Miami. Photo: Getty Images
Fifa World Cup 2026

Lionel Messi faces World Cup uncertainty after tests diagnose muscle fatigue

Inter Miami provided no clear timetable for the superstar’s return weeks before Argentina prepare to defend their crown.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Mexico’s president sees ‘no issue’ with her country hosting Iran World Cup team

Fifa

Son says he is still in form as clouds hang over South Korea’s World Cup hopes

Fifa World Cup 2026

‘Tired’ Lionel Messi gives Argentina injury scare weeks before World Cup

South America superstar limps out of Major League Soccer game against Philadelphia Union.

Lionel Messi asked to come off with an apparent leg injury. Photo: Getty Images
Lionel Messi asked to come off with an apparent leg injury. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong Soccer Sevens

Brighton creating Hong Kong dynasty, as Celtic old-boy savours beating Rangers

English Premier League side claim second sevens title in three years following commanding victory over Yokohama F Marinos.

AFC Champions League

Coach of North Korean club thanks Kim Jong-un’s ‘warm love’ after Asian win

AFC Women’s Champions League winners Naegohyang will now represent Asia at the Fifa Champions Cup next year.

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Hong Kong Soccer Sevens

Jack Grealish tipped to reignite Manchester City career after Pep Guardiola exit

Free-spirit forward has chance to ‘fulfil potential’ at Etihad Stadium under new boss, according to ex-Aston Villa teammate Marc Albrighton.

The "exceptionally talented" Jack Grealish fell out of favour at Manchester City under outgoing boss Pep Guardiola. Photo: dpa
The "exceptionally talented" Jack Grealish fell out of favour at Manchester City under outgoing boss Pep Guardiola. Photo: dpa
Hong Kong Soccer Sevens

Hong Kong Soccer Sevens aiding former Premier League stars’ coaching ambitions

Ex-Bournemouth left-back Charlie Daniels learning lessons for Watford coaching role, backs old boss Eddie Howe to stay at Newcastle.

Hong Kong Soccer Sevens

Hong Kong Soccer Sevens: West Ham Premier League hopeful popular on and off pitch

Josh Ajala setting sights high after penning two-year London Stadium contract, but Hammers face daunting Aston Villa quarter-final clash.

Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China youth team finish runners-up in U17 Asian Cup after narrow defeat to Japan

Head coach Bin Ukishima said his players ‘will gain a lot from the trials of this tournament, which will help them improve’ in the future.

Zhao Songyuan scored China’s second goal from the penalty spot but it was not enough to beat Japan in the AFC U17 Asian Cup final. Photo: Xinhua
AFC Champions League

North Korean women deny they play ‘rough’ ahead of Asian Champions League final

Naegohyang coach Ri Yu-il expects final against Japanese side Tokyo Verdy Beleza to be played according to the letter of the law.

Naegohyang’s Kim Hye-yong (middle) tries to control the ball under pressure against Suwon FC Women in the AFC Women’s Champions League semi-final on Wednesday. Photo: Xinhua
Naegohyang’s Kim Hye-yong (middle) tries to control the ball under pressure against Suwon FC Women in the AFC Women’s Champions League semi-final on Wednesday. Photo: Xinhua
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong Soccer Sevens beckons for local star after 2 years of mental anguish

Dominic Johns poised to skipper Football Club following recovery from badly broken leg that condemned him to being a frustrated spectator.

Fifa

Palmer, Foden left out of England World Cup squad, with Toney the surprise pick

Exclusion of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Harry Maguire among coach Thomas Tuchel’s other surprises but most of his regular stars are selected.

English Premier League

Paul Merson tells Arsenal to ‘be like McDonald’s’, fears Villa have hit limit

Former England forward urges Gunners to build from position of strength, says financial restrictions will cap Villa ambitions.

Kai Havertz (right) celebrates scoring the only goal in Arsenal’s crucial victory over Burnley on Monday. Photo: AFP
Fifa

Iran players apply for US, Canada visas in signal they will play at World Cup

Iran squad pause training to attend appointments for Canadian visas, with some seeking US ones; however, travel, ⁠security concerns persist.

Players of the Iranian team leave the US Embassy after completing their visa application procedures for the 2026 Fifa World Cup in Ankara, Turkey, on Thursday. Photo: EPA
Players of the Iranian team leave the US Embassy after completing their visa application procedures for the 2026 Fifa World Cup in Ankara, Turkey, on Thursday. Photo: EPA
Chinese Super League

Ex-Chinese Super League star swaps pitch for food delivery to gain life insights

The 48-year-old played for the Jianlibao Youth Team, a famous youth development project sent to Brazil, Qingdao Hainiu and Beijing Guoan.

Fifa

World Cup winner Marco Materazzi to attend grand opening of Fifa Museum in Hong Kong

The Italian is among a group of as-yet unnamed current or retired football legends and players at the Soccer Sevens appearing at ceremony.

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Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China bans 17 people for life, 48 for five years or less and fines 1 team

The latest penalties ‌build on earlier rounds ⁠of ⁠punishment this year and in ‌September 2024 that saw 116 ‌individuals banned for life.

China’s former head coach Li Tie was previously handed ⁠a lifetime ban. Photo: AP
China’s former head coach Li Tie was previously handed ⁠a lifetime ban. Photo: AP
North Korea

North Korean women win rare match in South to reach Asian Champions League final

Naegohyang come from behind to defeat home team Suwon in a hard-fought semi-final played in a fair spirit, will stay on for Saturday’s final.

English Premier League

Guardiola set to leave Man City after this season, Maresca to take over: reports

Club refuses to comment on stories that the 55-year-old will leave at the end of this season, with his ex-assistant tipped to take over.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

North v South purely a football matter for Korea coach ahead of rare contest

Naegohyang Women’s FC head coach Ri Yu Il brushes off questions about South Korean fans cheering for his team.

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Naegohyang Women’s FC head coach Ri Yu Il (left) and player Kim Kyong Yong answer questions at a press conference at Suwon Sports Complex. Photo: AFP
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Recrowned Hong Kong kings Kitchee say making more impact in Asia is next mission

Club president Ken Ng Kin aiming to build ‘stronger and better’ team for continental quest, asks for patience over star striker chase.

Kitchee players celebrate after beating BC Rangers last month to win the title with four matches to spare. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Kitchee players celebrate after beating BC Rangers last month to win the title with four matches to spare. Photo: Jonathan Wong
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.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Rising star to global icon: who could be the 2026 World Cup’s breakout player?

Five contenders from Argentina, France, England, Brazil and Spain have the opportunity to become football’s next superstar.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Worst team in Hong Kong’s top flight could still avoid drop, but boss gets sack

Chancy Cooke loses head coach job as Football Club wait to learn outcome of relegation reprieve after winning only three matches all season.

Tatsuya Inoue of Football Club tries to burst clear of Kowloon City’s Lin Long-tik during Saturday’s 1-1 draw. Photo: HKFA
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