Football in Hong Kong

Possible November to remember (or forget) for fans next month. 1st: First #HKPL game at Kai Tak Youth 7th: The David Silva game (also possible first HKPL game at Kai Tak Youth) 13th: Guangdong-HK Cup Leg 1 16th: Guangdong-HK Cup Leg 2 #HKfootball

Hong Kong upset Cambodia to win the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup Division 2. Massive test passed by Chino after a nearly a year of underwhelming performances since his tenure began. #HKfootball

A potential name has emerged for Sha Tin head coach: Tom Ballantyne. The Englishman ticks many of the boxes mentioned by Jim Wong: * Coached at Cardiff + Villa youth * Recently left post in Asia-ish country (Australia) * Won trophies at previous gig (HT @adamodomhnaill) #hkpl

HKFC will hold their season opening press con on Friday at 15:00, just mere hours before the season is set to begin. #hkpl #HKfootball

Shinichi Chan will not be returning to HK for #ACLtwo Not saying it's an easy group for Kitchee, but it's not as bad as feared. Don't underestimate Phnom Penh Crown. As for Tai Po...RIP

I've been informed that Francis Yip will be speaking at HKFC's press con on Friday afternoon. HKFC and Yip Sports are entering a strategic partnership, with details to be announced. Had also heard a few months back that HKFC would have a new chest sponsor this season. #hkpl

Kitchee will hold a press conference on Saturdy at 3 pm at MCP Central (新都城中心二期) to announce the First Team squad list for the upcoming season and share details regarding preseason training camp. Any fans who wish to attend are welcome to drop by.

North District will hold their media day on 10 August which is quite a later date than usual from them. #hkpl

Southern will hold their media day on 13 July. #hkpl

Southern will announce their new head coach tomorrow, and several foreign players next week once they begin preseason camp. #hkpl

Transfer window dates for the 26/27 season ↓ Summer: 9 July 2026 - 30 September 2026 Winter: 30 December 2026 - 26 January 2027 #HKfootball

As is #HKPL tradition, Southern will be the first club to announce incoming players. They will announce a fullback at noon and a few other players in the coming days.