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Disappointed China players reflect on their 4-0 defeat by Japan in Jeddah. Photo: Xinhua
Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China ‘fail to show best game’ in Asian Cup final humbling by Japan

Mainland youngsters concede twice in each half as Japan retain title; fans and executives draw encouragement for future.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa president jokes about British football fans, defends ticket prices

Deloitte

Real are football’s biggest earners, Liverpool top EPL despite mediocre seasons

Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China football fans set to flock to Saudi Arabia to support under-23 team in cup final

The Chinese consulate-general in Jeddah quickly shut down online rumours that Chinese passport holders could attend the final for free.

Chinese football fans are expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia in large numbers to cheer on the under-23 team. Photo: handout
Chinese football fans are expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia in large numbers to cheer on the under-23 team. Photo: handout
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Football star in Hong Kong loving pressure after ‘making it out’ of Brazil favela

Samuel Granada flourishing for North District on loan from illustrious Rio de Janeiro club Fluminense, eyeing big-time return.

Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China defy expectations to reach final of AFC U-23 Asian Cup for first time

Head coach Antonio Puche Vicente is full of praise for his team: ‘I think we played an excellent game today, both with and without the ball’.

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Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

South Korea’s women footballers threaten to boycott matches ahead of Asian Cup

Team complained of ‘clear and undeniable differences’ from the conditions enjoyed by the men’s national players when on international duty.

The Korea Professional Footballers’ Association made public a joint statement that they sent with national team players to the Korea Football Association (KFA) in September last year. Photo: AFP
The Korea Professional Footballers’ Association made public a joint statement that they sent with national team players to the Korea Football Association (KFA) in September last year. Photo: AFP
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Rodri and Gerard Pique congratulate Hong Kong’s newest boss

Manu Torres reveals positive messages from superstar friends and former colleagues, aims to grow local talent following winning start.

English Premier League

Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says ‘I never felt like a world-class coach’

Despite leaving the club as one of the most highly regarded coaches in football, the German says he has never seen himself among game’s best.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

New Indonesia head coach John Herdman calls on team to harness disappointment

The 50-year-old Englishman believes the team have the talent to qualify for 2030 World Cup and challenge for regional and continental titles.

New Indonesia head coach John Herdman ‍was officially unveiled as Patrick Kluivert’s successor on Monday. Photo: Xinhua
Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China make history by advancing to quarter-finals of AFC U-23 Asian Cup

The team finishes second in the group behind Australia with one win and two draws, will play Uzbekistan in the quarter-finals in Jeddah.

China’s under-23 football team (orange) finished second in their group at the AFC U-23 Asian Cup. Photo: Xinhua
China’s under-23 football team (orange) finished second in their group at the AFC U-23 Asian Cup. Photo: Xinhua
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Indian Super League starts next month – will they be ready for Hong Kong in March?

Football season delayed because league was left without a sponsor as national team gets set to face Hong Kong in ‘dead’ Asian Cup qualifier.

English Premier League

Ex-Man Utd star Michael Carrick agrees to take charge of club until end of season

Interim manager replaces Ruben Amorim and faces immediate baptism of fire with first match against rivals Manchester City on Saturday.

English Premier League

Macclesfield score greatest FA Cup upset, Man City hit Exeter for 10

Minor-league club send holders crashing out in third round, while Aston Villa add to Tottenham’s woes.

Macclesfield Town’s Josh Kay celebrates with fans after beating Crystal Palace. Photo: AP
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Kazuyoshi Miura ready to ‘make a contribution’ to his new J-League team at 58

Miura made his Japan debut in 1990 but was famously left out of the squad for their first World Cup finals appearance in 1998.

Kazuyoshi Miura poses with third division J-League team Fukushima United’s football top during a press conference. Photo: AP
Kazuyoshi Miura poses with third division J-League team Fukushima United’s football top during a press conference. Photo: AP
Malaysia

Malaysian football body risks Fifa’s takeover amid forgery scandal

Some sports fans claim that the reinstatement of FAM’s chief is ‘almost staged’ as concerns over Fifa’s next step mount.

Hong Kong Premier League

Ex-El Salvador youth boss Torres handed reins at Eastern after Losada exit

Manu Torres confirmed as new head coach of struggling Hong Kong Premier League club.

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Malaysia

Malaysian football body reinstates ‘only negligent’ chief over forgery scandal

Fifa has punished FAM further over the use of fake documents to let 7 foreign-born players represent Malaysia by nullifying 3 matches.

Malaysia’s players pose before the start of the AFC Asian Cup qualifier Group F football match between Malaysia and Vietnam in Kuala Lumpur on June 10 last year. Photo: AFP
Malaysia’s players pose before the start of the AFC Asian Cup qualifier Group F football match between Malaysia and Vietnam in Kuala Lumpur on June 10 last year. Photo: AFP
English Premier League

Strasbourg latest victims of multi-club system, as Chelsea take Rosenior

Liam Rosenior’s switch to Premier League giants exposes harsh realities of new ownership model that has already hurt other clubs.

English Premier League

Chelsea confirm Liam Rosenior as new head coach, with 6-year contract

The 41-year-old, who succeeds Enzo Maresca, has never managed a Premier League club but has been praised for work at France’s Strasbourg.

English Premier League

What’s the next move on the Premier League’s managerial merry-go-round?

Enzo Maresca and Ruben Amorim tested the patience of their clubs’ hierarchy, while Wilfried Nancy looked out of his depth from the start.

Manchester United parted ways with Ruben Amorim after 14 months. Photo: Reuters
English Premier League

Man United sack Amorim after 14 months in charge, call it ‘right time’ for change

Darren Fletcher to take charge of first team for Wednesday’s game against Burnley.

Manchester United have sacked manager Ruben Amorim. Photo: EPA
Manchester United have sacked manager Ruben Amorim. Photo: EPA
Korea Times

Novo breaks through K League barrier as first foreign goalkeeper in 28 years

Korea has lifted the ban on its clubs signing foreign shot-stoppers, and Yongin FC have taken full advantage, signing 33-year-old Emanuel Novo.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong pay penalty despite rousing second-half recovery against Guangdong

City’s men fight back from 2-0 down only to lose shoot-out after Dudu and Wong Wai fail spot test.

Fifa

Argentina FA in turmoil ahead of World Cup over mystery villa, dirty money claims

Carlos Tevez claim over actions of governing body’s treasurer prompted investigation that uncovered 54 cars, helicopter at luxury property.

A member of the Argentine Federal Police walks after seizing a printer from the Claudio Chiqui Tapia stadium in Buenos Aires, which belongs to the soccer team Barracas Central, during a raid on December 9. Photo: Reuters
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