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East Asian Football Championship

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East Asian Football Championship
The EAFF E-1 Football Championship, also known as the East Asian Football Championship, is a regional tournament for men's and women's teams from member nations of the East Asian Football Federation (EAFF).
Philip Chan (centre) celebrates scoring for Hong Kong against the United Arab Emirates in this year’s AFC Asian Cup. Photo: Xinhua
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong football star Chan felt ‘weird and empty’ after struggling with form

Midfielder Philip Chan scored twice against Guam after getting back into Hong Kong team, wants to regain regular spot in ‘more technical’ side.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Westwood has ‘bit between my teeth’ in Hong Kong job and focused on more success

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong sweep Guam aside for sixth straight win and place in EAFF finals

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong hero vows to treat lowly Guam with proper respect in vital EAFF clash

Defender backs switch to Hong Kong Stadium for critical encounter because ‘quality pitch makes it easier to play’.

Tsui Wang-kit (centre) chose the most opportune moment to score his first goal for Hong Kong when he popped up at the death against Chinese Taipei on Saturday. Photo: Dickson Lee
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Westwood wants more Hong Kong improvement as head coach eyes 39-year-old record

Hong Kong will clash with Guam on Tuesday night for the right to play at the 2025 EAFF finals in South Korea.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong strike late to beat Chinese Taipei and move towards 2025 EAFF finals

Tsui Wang-kit nets his first Hong Kong goal with three minutes remaining as hosts book Tuesday night date with Guam.

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The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong star Matt Orr reveals ‘mental growth’ after ‘dark moments’ in Shenzhen

Chinese Taipei stand in way of Hong Kong and a spot in Tuesday’s EAFF qualifying final – the teams will meet at Mong Kok Stadium on Saturday.

Matt Orr celebrates after netting during Hong Kong’s 3-1 victory over the Philippines last month. Photo: Dickson Lee
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Chinese Taipei boss Gary White questions Hong Kong stamina for crunch EAFF clash

Hong Kong must gain fifth straight victory against their former coach’s team on Saturday to make the EAFF qualifying final.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong EAFF qualifying task grows tougher after Chinese Taipei thump Mongolia

Ashley Westwood’s team need to overcome Chinese Taipei on Saturday to book spot in EAFF qualifying final.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Westwood bringing fun factor to Hong Kong, but eyes improvement for crunch clash

Hong Kong face Chinese Taipei on Saturday with the winners almost certain to advance to the 2025 EAFF finals in South Korea.

Dudu is among a new wave of players being introduced to the Hong Kong team. Photo: Sam Tsang
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong beat Mongolia for fourth straight win to move closer to EAFF finals

Camargo, Wong and debutant Benavides all on target as Ashley Westwood’s team make winning start to qualifying tournament.

Hong Kong’s Everton Camargo (left) fires a shot towards goal as Mongolia’s Munkhsaikhan Munkhkhuslen closes in at Mong Kok Stadium. Photo: Sam Tsang
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Secretive Hong Kong poised for EAFF qualifiers, but keeper Yapp set for 100 caps

Hong Kong face Mongolia at Mong Kok Stadium on Sunday, second group game next Saturday against Chinese Taipei.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong football star Ng Yu-hei reveals wonder-boy tag is ‘blessing and curse’

Forward spent one year in England, where games against Premier League academy teams showed he has ‘work to do to catch up’.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong prospect Timothy Chow reveals how Glasgow Rangers stint ‘changed me’

Teenage defender flourishing with Lee Man and aiming for more Hong Kong recognition after September debut.

Timothy Chow in Asian Champions League Two action for Lee Man against Nam Dinh. Photo: Jonathan Wong
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

City’s goalkeeping star bidding to ‘change image of Hong Kong football’

Tse Ka-wing accepts he could become best player in Hong Kong but still be ‘no one’ overseas where ‘keepers as good as me are easy to find’.

Tse Ka-wing’s modelling turn came after his acting debut in a film produced by the keeper’s club team, Tai Po, this year.
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Defender Leon Jones ‘honoured’ to ‘show quality’ for Hong Kong in key role

Defender’s mum is from city and family cheer on from stands when 26-year-old plays for Kitchee and representative team.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

HKFA out to prevent club v country issues for players during EAFF qualifiers

Hong Kong to face Mongolia and Chinese Taipei in tournament, with Kai Tak hosting 1 game; English Premier League club could play here in 2025.

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AFC Champions League

Winners of revamped Asian league champions football tournament to win US$12m prize

The competition, which starts in August with a preliminary stage, comes after a revamp of Asian football and involves 27 clubs from 12 nations.

Players from the United Arab Emirates’ Al Ain club celebrate after winning the Asian Champions League title against Yokohama F Marinos in May. Photo: Kyodo
Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China promise aggressive approach in vital World Cup qualifier against Thailand

Branko Ivankovic’s team, missing four key men, have a three-point lead over Thailand, but will face leaders South Korea in final match, while the Thais will be expected to beat Singapore.

Battling Hong Kong unlucky in 1-0 defeat by China

Jorn Andersen’s side finish EAFF Championship campaign without scoring a goal, but head coach says it was an important experience ahead of next year’s Asian Cup.

Hong Kong hopeful of maiden win at EAFF against arch-rival China

Hong Kong have never won a game at any East Asia Football Federation tournament, but Hong Kong coach Andersen says Wednesday’s match is their best hope yet.

Defender Fung Hing-wa in training as Hong Kong prepare for the third EAFF match against China. Photo: HKFA
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Andersen ‘proud’ of Hong Kong players’ performance in Korea loss

Two goals from Kang Seong-jin and a strike from captain Hong Chul give South Korea 3-0 win in East Asian Football Championship.

Hong Kong striker Matthew Orr (centre) battles for the ball during his side’s East Asian Football Championship game against South Korea. Photo: HKFA
Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China battle to 1-1 draw with South Korea in East Asia Football Championships

Defender Wang Linlin scores equaliser in 76th minute as Steel Roses battle back from going a goal down.

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Andersen demands Hong Kong go on front foot for South Korea clash

Hong Kong look to bounce back from crushing 6-0 defeat by Japan in opening EAFF Championship match, with head coach Jorn Andersen calling for a more attacking style of play.

Chinese Football Association (CFA)

South Koreans cruise past inexperienced Chinese in East Asian Championship

Paulo Bento’s side hand China 3-0 defeat at Toyota Stadium to move level on points with Japan.

China’s Zhu Chenije (right) talks to goalkeeper Han Jiaqi after scoring an own goal against South Korea. Photo: Reuters

Hong Kong dealt fresh injury blow after Japan humiliation

Zhejiang defender Leung ankle problem will see him miss remaining EAFF Championship games against South Korea and China, following 6-0 thrashing by Japan.

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Head coach Jorn Andersen speaks to his Hong Kong players before their opening EAFF Championship game against Japan. Photo: HKFA

Hong Kong given chastening lesson in 6-0 thrashing by Japan

Coach Jorn Andersen admits there is still a huge gap to the biggest teams in the region after opening defeat in EAFF Championship, with games against South Korea and China to come.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Andersen says Hong Kong facing their ‘most important game’ in EAFF opener

Head coach Jorn Andersen has already given his side the underdogs status for a tournament where they will face South Korea and China.

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