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Gary Lineker covering an FA Cup match between Leicester City and Manchester United in March 2021. Photo: PA

Football

Ex-England captain Lineker to step down as Match of the Day host after 26 years

The BBC says its highest-paid presenter – who earns £1.35m (US$1.7m) a year – will remain at the corporation ‘through to the 2026 World Cup’.

Japanese football legend Kazuyoshi Miura to still play next season – at age 58

Group leaders Japan, South Korea face away tests in 2026 World Cup qualifiers

Football

Hong Kong star promises ‘more aggression’, reveals sacrifices to chase ambitions

City’s representative team have Hong Kong Stadium clash with the Philippines on Thursday, tackle Mauritius at Mong Kok Stadium next Tuesday.

Jesse Yu (right) is beginning to establish himself in Hong Kong’s midfield. Photo: Elson Li
Jesse Yu (right) is beginning to establish himself in Hong Kong’s midfield. Photo: Elson Li

Football

Palmer, Grealish among England injured, Barcelona pair on ice, Alcaraz loss

English referee suspended over social media rant at ‘arrogant’ Klopp as football prepares for return of Nations League.

Football

While you were sleeping: another win for Manchester United, Medvedev controversy

Van Nistelrooy ends brief reign on high, Ipswich out of drop zone following shock victory, try-less Scots beaten at home, Medvedev unravels.

Europe

Dozens detained at pro-Palestinian rally after football unrest in Amsterdam

Passions run high in Amsterdam after clashes with visiting Israeli football fans.

Protesters take part in a Pro-Palestinian demonstration on Dam Square in Amsterdam on Sunday. Photo: AFP

Football

Slumping City lose again, Australia win at death, Zheng’s collapse hands Gauff title

Pep Guardiola is in uncharted waters heading into the international break, while Australia have unearthed a new star in Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii.

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah celebrates after scoring his side’s second against Aston Villa at Anfield. Photo: EPA-EFE
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah celebrates after scoring his side’s second against Aston Villa at Anfield. Photo: EPA-EFE

Football

Cooke leading HKFC’s ‘culture change’ after shadowing a former Man United coach

The wandering 39-year-old South African has the task, as senior head coach, of moving HKFC from ‘its own island’ to Hong Kong’s ‘bubble’.

Football

While you were sleeping: Zheng reached WTA Finals decider, will face Gauff

There’s tennis, rugby, some cricket news and, as always, football happening somewhere in the world.

Football

Eastern keeper Yapp questions ‘unfair’ VAR regulations in AFC Champions League 2

A controversial penalty conceded by the Hong Kong club was key to their 2-1 loss at home to Kaya FC, making them unlikely to progress.

Yapp Hung-fai raises his knee ahead of making contact with Daizo Horikoshi. Photo: Edmond So

Football

Diallo at double for United, Chelsea score 8, Zheng on course for Sabalenka clash

Europe’s second and third-tier teams were in the spotlight on Thursday, while Zheng Qinwen found out her semi-final opponent at the WTA Finals.

Manchester United’s Amad Diallo (right) scores his side’s second against PAOK. Photo: AP
Manchester United’s Amad Diallo (right) scores his side’s second against PAOK. Photo: AP

Football

Eastern lose to 10-man Kaya FC to blow golden AFC Champions League 2 opportunity

Marcos Gondra equaliser soon after visitors reduced to 10 men puts Eastern in box seat, but Filipino team strike late for smash-and-grab win.

Football

FPL Gameweek 11 a good time to pick up some Spurs, skippered by high-flying Salah

Solanke, Son and Porro are likely to make good returns at home against Ipswich, while it’s not too late to gather Wood, Semenyo and Jackson.

Football

Hong Kong star questioning future under Westwood, teen striker gets shock call-up

Hong Kong face the Philippines at Hong Kong Stadium on November 14, before taking on Mauritius at Mong Kok Stadium on November 19.

Michael Udebuluzor fends of Philip Chan during preparations for June’s match in Turkmenistan. Photo: HKFA

Football

Philippines football ‘faster, more physical’ than Hong Kong, ex-Eastern player says

Eastern take on Kaya FC on Thursday, after Bangkok United score four in last 23 minutes to end Lee Man’s hopes of Champions League progress.

Marcos Gondra sizes up a pass during Eastern’s away victory against Kaya FC a fortnight ago. Photo: Eastern FC
Marcos Gondra sizes up a pass during Eastern’s away victory against Kaya FC a fortnight ago. Photo: Eastern FC

Football

Sporting Lisbon boss Amorim preparing for ‘different world’ at Manchester United

The Portuguese, who moves to England next week, says his team’s 4-1 UCL win over Man City will have no bearing on how he goes at Old Trafford.

Football

Talent, toil and pleasing leader Kim bring North Korea’s women football glory

The country’s youth footballers’ two World Cups victories attributed to skill, fitness and even the political system.

Football

While you were sleeping: Man City battered by United boss in Champions League

A busy night of Uefa Champions League action saw big guns go head to head with two major sides sent into ‘crisis’ mode.

Sporting players toss coach Ruben Amorim in the air to celebrate their historic 4-1 victory over Manchester City in his final home match in charge. Photo: AP

Football

Mariners grab AFC Champions League point at the death against Shanghai Shenhua

Australian champions grab their first point in four matches against Chinese league runner-up with goal deep in injury time at home.

Replacement player Yu Hanchao had given Shanghai Shenhua a 2-0 lead but his team ultimately dropped two points against the Australians. Photo: Xinhua
Replacement player Yu Hanchao had given Shanghai Shenhua a 2-0 lead but his team ultimately dropped two points against the Australians. Photo: Xinhua

Football

‘He’s fine’: Guardiola dismisses Haaland injury scare before UCL Sporting clash

The prolific Norwegian striker was filmed clutching his shin in apparent pain during a training session open to the media on Monday.

Football

Angry Shanghai Shenhua fans abuse star player online after missing out on title

A draw in the penultimate fixture gave rivals Shanghai Port the advantage, one they duly took on the final day.

Football

Lee Man appoint Hong Kong boss Westwood’s assistant as head coach: sources

Lee Man identify successor to Tsang Chiu-tat, who left the club following an Asian Champions League 2 defeat last month.

Lee Man supporters celebrate their team’s 2023-24 title triumph. Photo: Elson Li
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