Why are Manchester United playing in Hong Kong? Ex-stars debate ‘mad’ tour

Tours to the Far East by English Premier League teams may offer commercial windfalls but are much less appealing to players, former stars of three of this summer’s visiting clubs have said. Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann described as “mad” this week’s Manchester United post-season tour to Asia, days after United lost the Europa League final … Read more

Hong Kong Sevens 2025 facts and figures, from how much beer to fan village surprises

The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens promises to be bigger and better than ever this year as it takes place at Kai Tak Stadium – the first international sporting event to be held there. After nearly 50 years on Hong Kong Island since its birth in 1976, most of them at Hong Kong Stadium in Causeway … Read more