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Hong Kong and China took different paths to elimination from the Asian Cup, but reflecting on their performance and progress will boost their prospects in the World Cup qualifiers
Football star leaves tens of thousands of fans outraged and entire city disappointed after sitting out much-anticipated exhibition match.
Arrival of legendary World Cup-winning footballer excites both fans and officials keen to show Hong Kong’s return to the global stage.
The city’s elite athletes have enjoyed unparalleled success in recent years. But many challenges lie ahead with a need to improve the training, facilities and opportunities available to Hong Kong’s talented sportspeople.
While fans are understandably excited about the impending arrival of the football great, the Asian Cup campaign by the Hong Kong team deserves the city’s full support.
That superstar Lionel Messi will appear in Hong Kong in February is great news, but much more needs to be done to spread the message that participation by our youth is more important than simply spectating.
First race on Hong Kong leg of structure linking city with Zhuhai and Macau not only a success but also another sign of recovery.
Following on from the city’s success at the Asian Games, its athletes again shone in Hangzhou to show they deserve all the support we can offer.
- Consumer Council says highest amount linked to a single complaint stands at about HK$24,000 over Argentinian footballer’s absence from match on Sunday
- Most complaints came from local residents, watchdog chief executives says, as customers waits for match organiser Tatler Asia to respond to mediation requests
Readers discuss what the city should focus on after Lionel Messi’s failure to play in a much-publicised match, the need for accountability from event organisers, and the silver lining to the game.
But Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Kevin Yeung says Tatler Asia’s decision to withdraw application for funding has not entirely resolved matter.
Fans came from across the region to watch Lionel Messi play a friendly match at Hong Kong Stadium but the game ended in boos as he failed to take to the field.
Fans draped in pink Inter Miami jerseys and Argentina’s white-and-blue stream into Hong Kong Stadium as early as an hour before doors opened at 2.30pm.
Goalie Yapp Hung-fai is Hong Kong’s most capped player, while Philip Chan Siu-kwan could have followed in his father’s footsteps to become a jockey but chose football instead
Police say there will be road closures and warn against reckless fan behaviour amid hype surrounding game.
A visual explainer on how the Argentinian footballing maestro became one of the greatest players of his time.
Former sports figures hope Britain will drop BN(O) visa scheme’s ban on migrants continuing pro careers.
Government will use trip as an opportunity to promote Hong Kong, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Kevin Yeung says.
Authorities say a 30-year-old participant who collapsed after race died despite immediate first aid and resuscitation efforts.
Over the past decade Hong Kong has invested tens of billions of dollars in its pursuit of sporting success. This series examines where that money has gone, whether it was spent well, and what comes next.
Readers discuss a truer measure of affordability amid the latest price correction, Hong Kong children’s lack of exercise, and the death of Henry Kissinger.
The French boatbuilder organises annual competitions around the world, bringing communities together to meet, compete and party
Readers discuss the downsides to the Octopus card’s wild success, poor attendance at a World Cup qualifying match, and a fun way to teach Chinese history.
“Five years ago, the water had a petrol-like smell and there was some rubbish in it. I only encountered some seaweed during my swim this year,” one swimmer says.
Sora Shirai Shirai and Funa Nakayama showcasing their talents at Lee Gardens event, while rising star Yumeka Oda also looking to connect with city’s athletes in Causeway Bay.
Chief Secretary Eric Chan praises record haul of 8 gold, 16 silver and 29 bronze medals from two-week sporting event.
Accident occurred before noon during eight-lap run along Salisbury Road in Tsim Sha Tsui and Hung Hom Bypass.
The long-awaited Kai Tak Sports Park is expected to open by the end of next year.
