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2017–18 Hong Kong Sapling Cup
The 2017–18 Hong Kong Sapling Cup (officially the 2017–18 R&F Properties Sapling Cup for sponsorship reasons) was the 3rd edition of the Sapling Cup. The Cup was contested by the 10 teams in the 2017–18 Hong Kong Premier League. Kitchee were crowned champions after defeating Tai Po Tai Po is an List of areas of Hong Kong, area in the New Territories of Hong Kong. It refers to the vicinity of the traditional market towns in the area presently known as Tai Po Old Market or Tai Po Kau Hui () (the original "Tai Po Mark ... in the final. The objective of the Cup was to create more potential playing opportunities for youth players. In this Cup competition, each team played a minimum of two players born on or after 1 January 1996 (U22) and six foreign players at most during every whole match, with no more than four foreign players on the pitch at the same time. Calendar Results Group stage Group A Group B Semi-finals Final External lin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kitchee SC
Kitchee Sports Club (; ; ) is a Hong Kong professional Association football, football club based in Kowloon. It was founded in 1931 and currently competes in the Hong Kong Premier League. The club has won 12 List of Hong Kong football champions, league titles, including six Hong Kong First Division titles and six Hong Kong Premier League titles. They also won nine Hong Kong Senior Challenge Shield, Senior Shields and seven Hong Kong FA Cups. The club is also the first Hong Kong club to win a game in AFC Champions League group stage and to advance to the round of 16 of the competition. History Formation In the late 1920s, a group of Hong Kongers formed a football team in order to compete in the Hong Kong Third Division League, Hong Kong Third Division. It was not until 1931, however, that the team was established as Kitchee Sports Club. Kitchee was founded as a grassroots organization, as such, they lacked the funding to pay the administrative and facilities costs necessary t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tsing Yi
Tsing Yi (), sometimes referred to as Tsing Yi Island, is an island in the New Territories of Hong Kong, to the northwest of Hong Kong Island and south of Tsuen Wan. With an area of , the island has been extended drastically by reclamation along almost all its natural shore and the annexation of Nga Ying Chau () and Chau Tsai (Tsing Yi), Chau Tsai. Three major bays or harbours, Tsing Yi Tong, Tsing Yi Lagoon, Mun Tsai Tong, and Tsing Yi Bay () in the northeast, have been completely reclaimed for New towns of Hong Kong, new towns. The island is generally zoned into four Quarter (country subdivision), quarters: the northeast quarter is a residential area, the southeast quarter is Tsing Yi Town, the southwest holds heavy industry, and the northwest includes a recreation trail, a transportation interchange and some dockyards and ship building industry. The island is in the northwest of Victoria Harbour and part of its coastline is subject to the Protection of the Harbour Ordinance. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tseung Kwan O
Tseung Kwan O New Town, commonly known as Tseung Kwan O ( zh, t=將軍澳新市鎮, j=Zoeng1 gwan1 ou3 san1 si5 zan3), is one of the nine New towns of Hong Kong, new towns in Hong Kong, built mainly on Land reclamation in Hong Kong, reclaimed land in the northern half of Junk Bay in southeastern New Territories, after which it is named. Development of the new town was approved in 1982, with the initial population intake occurring in 1988. As of 2016, the town is home to around 396,000 residents. The total development area of Tseung Kwan O, including its industrial estate, is about , with a planned population of 445,000. Major residential neighbourhoods within the new town include Tsui Lam Estate, Tsui Lam, Po Lam, Hang Hau, Tseung Kwan O Town Centre, Tiu Keng Leng (also known by its English name Rennie's Mill) and Siu Chik Sha, etc. Administratively, the new town belongs to Sai Kung District in southeastern New Territories, although it is often incorrectly regarded as part of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tseung Kwan O Sports Ground
Tseung Kwan O Sports Ground (), located in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, is a multi-purpose sports ground and home of Hong Kong Premier League club Eastern Sports Club, Eastern. It was the main venue for track and field events for the 2009 Hong Kong Games, 2009 East Asian Games and 2011 Hong Kong Games. Occupying an area of about 5.9 hectares, it comprises a main sports ground, a warm-up secondary sports ground, and other facilities for holding large-scale international competitions. Its track and field facilities conform to International Association of Athletics Federations standards. It is located adjacent to the Hong Kong Velodrome. Opening It was officially opened on 19 May 2009 with celebrating the 200-day countdown to the opening of the 2009 East Asian Games. Events held * 2009 Hong Kong Games Opening ceremony and track and field event. * 2009 East Asian Games track and field event. * 2011 Hong Kong Games track and field event. Facilities Facilities of the main sports groun ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andy Russell (footballer, Born 1987)
Andrew James Russell (; born 21 November 1987) is a professional footballer who plays as a centre back for Hong Kong Premier League club HKFC. Born in England, he represented Hong Kong internationally from 2016 to 2023. Club career In 2008, Russell signed his first contract as a professional footballer for Happy Valley, which played in the Hong Kong First Division. After returning to the UK, Russell joined Mossley in the Northern Premier League Division One North and found employment with Adidas. In his debut season with the club, he represented them 46 times and scored two goals. He joined Chorley in 2010 when manager Garry Flitcroft took over. For the 2013–14 season, Russell chose to join AFC Fylde after being convinced by manager Dave Challinor. He helped the club retain the Lancashire FA Challenge Trophy by beating Chorley 4–1 with one goal and one assist. In July 2014, Russell signed for Hong Kong Premier League club South China. On 7 January 2017, Russell left ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chak Ting Fung
Chak Ting Fung (; born 27 November 1989) is a Hong Kong professional footballer who currently plays as a right back or a left back for Hong Kong Premier League club Southern. Club career Rangers Chak gave up his studies after completing Form 4 and took up professional football when he was only 16. 2009–10 season On 22 May 2010, after a 0–3 loss to Pegasus, Chak was taken by team boss Philip Lee to the stands to meet South China convener Steven Lo, sparking rumours in the press that he would join the Caroliners. But in the end he stayed with the club. 2010–11 season During the 2010–11 season, due to the cut on foreigners quota, Chak was named by Philip Lee as an important prospect for the club, along with teammate Lam Hok Hei. However, in January 2011, Chak was highly criticised by Rangers boss Philip Lee, for "sleepwalking" on the pitch after the club lost a league game to Pegasus. Philip added that he had no choice but to put him on sale. Later in June, Chak confi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Diamond Hill
Diamond Hill is a hill in the east of Kowloon, Hong Kong. The name also refers to the area on or adjacent to the hill. It is surrounded by Ngau Chi Wan, San Po Kong, Wong Tai Sin and Tsz Wan Shan. Its northeast is limited by the ridge. It is principally a residential district. Administratively, the area is part of Wong Tai Sin District. History The village settlements in the area, Sheung Yuen Leng () and Ha Yuen Leng (), predated British colonization, and may have been established as early as the early eighteenth century. There were squatter dwellings ( shanties) up and down the hill that were demolished after years of effort by the Hong Kong Government. The squatter population peaked at around 50,000 people. Parts of the squatter settlement were demolished over the years, including for expansion of the Kai Tak Airport during the Japanese occupation, construction of the Mass Transit Railway, Lung Cheung Road, and the Tate's Cairn Tunnel. Due to the dramatic shortage of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hammer Hill Road Sports Ground
Hammer Hill Road Sports Ground () is a multi-purpose sports ground situated in Diamond Hill, Hong Kong Hong Kong)., Legally Hong Kong, China in international treaties and organizations. is a special administrative region of China. With 7.5 million residents in a territory, Hong Kong is the fourth most densely populated region in the wor .... The sports ground comprises one running track (8 lanes, 1400m), 1 turf football pitch with floodlights, 1 small football pitch with floodlights, 1 covered spectator stand with a seating capacity of 2200, 1 car park with 7 parking spaces, 1 fast food kiosk and 3 changing rooms and toilets (for males, females and referees respectively). References External links - Leisure and Cultural Services Department, Hammer Hill Road Sports Ground {{Sports venues in Hong Kong Sports venues in Hong Kong Football venues in Hong Kong 1989 establishments in Hong Kong ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Xu Deshuai
Xu Deshuai (; born 13 July 1987) is a China, Chinese-born Hong Kong people, Hong Kong former professional footballer who played as a Midfielder#Winger, winger. Born in China, he represented Hong Kong national football team, Hong Kong on the international level. He was a member of the Hong Kong Olympic football team, Hong Kong East Asian Games football team in 2009 who won the 2009 East Asian Games, East Asian Games gold medal. Xu wears number 8 for China national under-19 football team, China U-19, Citizen AA, Citizen, Hong Kong, Hong Kong Olympic football team, Hong Kong U-23, South China AA, South China and Hong Kong Pegasus FC, Pegasus. Because of this, Hong Kong football fans commonly use Xu 8 as a nickname for him. Early life Xu was born on in Dalian, China. He is the only child in his family.国援的救赎 Football Weekl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manolo Bleda
Manuel Bleda Rodríguez (; zh, t=洛迪古斯; born 31 July 1990), also known as Manolo Bleda, is a professional footballer who currently plays as a striker. Born in Spain, he plays for the Hong Kong national team. Club career After playing for Alzira, Bleda had a six-month spell with Belshina Bobruisk in Belarus. In August 2014, Bleda moved from Belshina Bobruisk to Tajik League side FC Istiklol on a contract until November 2014. Bleda scored twice on his competitive debut, Istiklol's 10–0 Tajik Cup victory over Khosilot Farkhor. Bleda scored on his league debut for Istiklol after 16 minutes versus Parvoz on 16 October 2014. On 22 November 2015, Bleda scored Istiklol's 500th league goal. He was also a part of the starting XI in the 2015 AFC Cup final, in which Istiklol lost 0-1 to Johor Darul Ta'zim F.C. Bleda left Istiklol at the end of the 2015 season after his contract was not renewed. At the start of March 2016, Bleda signed for Romanian Liga II side Ceahlăul P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yuto Nakamura
Yuto Nakamura ( ''Nakamura Yūto''; ''Zhōngcūn Yòurén''; born 23 January 1987) is a former Japanese-born Hong Kong professional footballer who played as a striker. Club career Citizen On 16 December 2011, Nakamura scored a hat-trick against league leaders Sun Hei and ended their 11-match unbeaten run. On 7 March 2011, Nakamura scored for Citizen against Home United at Bishan Stadium, Singapore in the 2012 AFC Cup, but Home United FC fought back and won the match 3–1. Kitchee On 12 July 2018, Kitchee announced the signing of Nakamura. Tai Po On 25 September 2019, Nakamura was loaned to Tai Po for the 2019–20 season. Lee Man On 2 June 2020, Lee Man announced that Nakamura had joined the club. On 24 June 2023, Nakamura announced his retirement from professional football. International career Nakamura received his Hong Kong passport in October 2018 and was called up to the Hong Kong team in the same month where he won his first cap against Indonesia. Career statis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
David Lazari
David Rafael Lazari (born 30 April 1989) is a Brazilian people, Brazilian professional association football, footballer who plays for Rio Branco Sport Club, Rio Branco SP. Career In August 2010 Lazari signed for OFC Sliven 2000, Sliven 2000 in the A PFG, where he played until the end of the year. In October 2011, he joined FC Dinamo Brest, Dinamo Brest in the Belarusian Premier League. On 31 December 2018, it was announced that Tai Po had reached an agreement with Hong Kong Pegasus FC, Pegasus to swap Lazari in exchange for João Emir Porto Pereira, João Emir. After spending over a year at Pegasus, his stay was cut short due to the 2020 coronavirus pandemic in Hong Kong, 2020 coronavirus pandemic which caused the 2019–20 Hong Kong Premier League, 2019–20 season to be suspended. On 8 April 2020, Lazari agreed to a mutual termination with Pegasus. Honours Club ;Tai Po * Sapling Cup, Hong Kong Sapling Cup: 2016–17 Sapling Cup, 2016–17 References External links * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
