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David Beckham
Spend it like Beckham: ex-England star UK’s first billionaire athlete
Combined wealth of the ex-footballer and his wife, Victoria, reached about US$1.583 billion this year, the Sunday Times Rich List says.
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Fifa
Injured winger Mitoma fails to make Japan’s World Cup squad as Tomiyasu returns
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Fifa World Cup 2026
CCTV, Fifa agree World Cup TV deal covering 4 tournaments until 2031
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North Korea
Tickets for rare North v South football clash in Korea sell out in 12 hours
The two sides meet in the semi-finals of the Women’s Asian Champions League in the city of Suwon; national flags and anthems will not be used.
15 May 2026 - 3:00PM
Suwon FC and Naegohyang FC will face each other in South Korea in the AFC Women’s Champions League. Photo: YouTube/The AFC hub
Hong Kong Football Festival
Hong Kong trip vital in ensuring next Chelsea boss makes mark like Jose Mourinho
Ex-keeper Carlo Cudicini anticipating valuable opportunities for two-times European champions’ manager and players at city football festival.
15 May 2026 - 10:00AM
Fifa World Cup 2026
Scientists warn Fifa that World Cup games at risk of searing heat
One in four games could take place in very hot conditions; meanwhile, Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline first-ever half-time show in final.
14 May 2026 - 8:35PM
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Chinese Football Association (CFA)
China youth teams make World Cups amid Fifa hopes of seeing nation back at the top
Both under-17 men’s and women’s teams reach final stages of Asian Cup to book World Cup spots as Mattias Grafstrom praises Chinese system.
15 May 2026 - 2:09PM
China lost 2-1 defeat to Japan in Jeddah last Saturday, with Zhao Songyuan (right) scoring his team’s goal, but China qualified for the quarter-finals after beating Qatar 2-0 on Tuesday. Photo: Xinhua
Chinese Football Association (CFA)
China’s emerging football generation rising to the occasion gives fans hope
Young players, who reached AFC U23 Asian Cup final, are playing pivotal roles in their club teams’ strong positions in the domestic standings.
14 May 2026 - 8:00AM
Fifa World Cup 2026
Don’t mention the war: Tucson prepares to welcome Iran football team for World Cup
Even though Democrats and Republicans in the multicultural city are happy to host the players, some Persians refuse to support them.
13 May 2026 - 11:00PM
English Premier League
What you’d bury grandma in, or must-have? United’s China-style top divides fans
The prematch jacket features a mandarin collar and knot buttons, but not everyone is impressed. Grave clothes chic or the next big thing?
13 May 2026 - 5:43PM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong, Shanghai Shenhua star Shinichi Chan on mission to unearth city talent
Former Kitchee forward launches academy with best friend Bosley Yu, enlisting expertise of prominent local players and agent to the stars.
13 May 2026 - 8:00AM
Shinichi Chan (middle) celebrates scoring for Shanghai Shenhua. Photo: Weibo/ Shanghai Shenhua
Fifa World Cup 2026
Lionel Messi tipped for Hong Kong return, Argentine gearing up for World Cup
Sports marketing entrepreneur Michael Rocha-Keys hopes former Barcelona star comes back to city in ‘more organised manner’ in the near future.
12 May 2026 - 8:00AM
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The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Interim Hong Kong boss Losada’s future up in air, to take charge in friendlies
City team will play Mongolia and Cambodia next month, but football bosses have still to name permanent successor to Ashley Westwood.
11 May 2026 - 9:00PM
Fifa
Fifa officials head to China to discuss bargain broadcasting deal for World Cup
Football’s global governing body is reportedly offering to slash the price and talks will also cover a package for 2026 and 2030 editions.
10 May 2026 - 7:16PM
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)
Record winners Japan drawn against defending champions Qatar in Asian Cup finals
Saudi Arabia, who are staging the tournament for the first time, will meet Kuwait, Oman and Palestine in the continent’s 24-team showpiece event.
10 May 2026 - 3:00PM
Japan were placed in Group F alongside Qatar, Thailand and Indonesia. The four-time winners have not won the tournament since 2011. Photo: Reuters
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Eastern boss plotting Hong Kong domination, exits ‘pain in process’ of progress
Manu Torres on board with club’s decision to wave goodbye to high-profile figures, accepts responsibility of taking ‘big, big club’ to top.
10 May 2026 - 12:21PM
Fifa
World Cup ticket prices dropping on resale market as Fifa triples ‘best’ price for final
News comes not long after its president, Gianni Infantino, defends the high costs and attributes them to the demand in the US market.
8 May 2026 - 3:31PM
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The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong football poised for Asean Cup windfall, China and India set to compete
City team could bank US$300,000 from winning second tier of inaugural tournament, Fifa invites China and India to play in first division.
7 May 2026 - 1:01PM
Hong Kong trio (from left) Juninho, Everton Camargo and Jay Haddow celebrate a goal against FC Seoul back in February. Photo: Karma Lo
Fifa
Iran FA chief wants Fifa guarantee country’s special forces will not be insulted
Mehdi Taj, who turned back from Canadian border over ‘disrespectful treatment’, says the assurance is needed for the team to take part.
6 May 2026 - 8:00PM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong football legend’s backing for U22 league but wants more games on grass
Helio Goncalves combining key role in Eastern District’s stingy defence with managing Premier League club’s emerging players.
6 May 2026 - 1:00PM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong set for Fifa Asean Cup Cambodia and Brunei battles
City team will reportedly vie for promotion as hosts in first edition of new competition, six sides to fight for Division 1 berth.
5 May 2026 - 7:30PM
Fifa
China fans: why pay to watch a World Cup we’re not in, can get for free online?
Chinese fans back state broadcaster in battle with Fifa over TV rights, with poor kick-off times and bad national team hurting interest.
5 May 2026 - 4:30PM
The Fifa logo is displayed on a World Cup countdown timer outside BC Place stadium in Vancouver. Photo: AP
Fifa
Fifa faces World Cup broadcast crisis after India’s low offer, no China decision
Lack of deal from the two nations, which accounted for almost 25 per cent of TV, digital streaming reach for 2022 tournament, is unusual.
5 May 2026 - 12:42AM
Fifa
Dutch league avoids chaos as court dismisses lawsuit over Indonesia passport
NAC Breda had contested 6-0 defeat to Go Ahead Eagles, whose defender Dean James was part of Indonesia’s World Cup qualifying campaign.
4 May 2026 - 9:06PM
North Korea
Pitch perfect diplomacy? North Korean footballers head to South Korea
The visit by Naegohyang Women’s FC to South Korea’s Suwon for a competitive match does not signal a thaw in inter-Korea ties, analysts say.
4 May 2026 - 7:05PM
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