The Hong Kong Football Podcast

Will new head coach Ashley Westwood stay on track against the Philippines and Mauritius? How have Hong Kong clubs been doing in the second tier of the Asian Champions League? And what do we know about the EAFF qualifiers in December? Jonathan White and Tobias Zuser deliver a quick round-up of what's been going on in local footy over the last month. Apologies for the rather bad sound quality, but t...

Who are the Tri-Nations champions? Would you want to make your coaching debut against Liechtenstein? And how much sense does the new U22 league make? Jonathan White and Tobias Zuser are back again! (Who would have thought?) There is indeed a lot to talk about: The newly appointed Hong Kong head coach Ashley Westwood, the latest friendly games against Fiji and Solomon Islands, as well as the highly...

What is the Hong Kong representative team up to in the coming weeks? What are the first rumours about the new head coach? How many teams are left in the new Premier League season? And will the new "AFC Champions League 2" bring back some of our beloved AFC Cup vibes? Jonathan White and Tobias Zuser share their hopes and fears of the new football season - and promise, once again, that the...

Back from the hiatus, but just in time for Hong Kong's historic return to the Asian Cup! The Hong Kong Football Podcast hosts Tobias Zuser and Jonathan White talk about their hopes and expectations for the team at Asia's premier tournament in Qatar. They also share their takes on the squad selection, and their lack of excitement over Inter Miami's upcoming visit to the city. Share your...

It's a wrap! The 2022/23 Hong Kong football season has come to an end - so Jonathan White and Tobias Zuser take a look at the highs and lows of the past year. They also discuss the Asian Cup draw and share their expectations for the Hong Kong representative team. Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk or send us a voice message at anchor.fm/hk-football-podcast. Please also follow us...

Which players did Jørn Andersen pick for the preliminary squad of the Hong Kong Representative Team? How did Kitchee gear up for full domination? And what can we expect from the final third of the Hong Kong Premier League season?  Jonathan White and Tobias Zuser discuss all the latest news in local football - just before the highly anticipated friendly games against Singapore and Malaysia in...

A football palate cleanser in the midst of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. There is certainly no better time to turn our backs on the big tournament and talk about what really matters: our local game in Hong Kong. And to be fair, Qatar will also be a major destination for the HK national team in the near future.  This time Jonathan White and Tobias Zuser take a closer look at the Hong Kong Premier L...

What was Hong Kong's first international home game in 1040 days like? Who will score the necessary goals in the Asian Cup? And how is the new 2022/23 Hong Kong Premier League getting on? Jonathan White and Tobias Zuser have a chat about all the latest goings-on in Hong Kong football, where finally things seem to get back to normal.  Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk or send us...

While Covid-19 restrictions have interrupted football business in the city over the last two years, Hong Kong has been making some unlikely headlines in the last few days. Reason enough for Jonathan White and Tobias Zuser to dust off the mics and give you a round-up of all the exciting news: the qualification for the Asian Cup, Kitchee's unprecedented Champions League run, the resurrection of Tai...

James Legge and Tobias Zuser met with Eastern centre-back Fung Hing-wa for a candid talk about the highs and lows of his career, the secret behind Tai Po's 2018/19 season title, and the sorrow state of the Hong Kong Premier League.  What was Wa-zai's most difficult career decision? How did he turn his passion during the pandemic into a side-business? And why does he compare the Premier League...

Will new HKFA head coach Jørn Andersen get past his probation? Why do Lee Man refuse to play games? And what is going to happen to our beloved Hong Kong Stadium?  James Legge, Tobias Zuser, and Jonathan White discuss once again all the latest in Hong Kong football.  Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk or send us a voice message at anchor.fm/hk-football-podcast. Please also...

Should you invest in Hong Kong football NFTs? What happened to the Senior Shield? And how excited should we be about the new Premier League season? James Legge, Tobias Zuser, and Jonathan White return after an extended summer hiatus to discuss the joys and sorrows of local football. They share their expectations for the season, question some of the competition formats, and bid farewell to the era...

If Rangers are the unofficial relegation play-off winners, are Lee Man unofficial league champions? Who scored the goal of the season - Ngan Lok-fung or Jared Lum? And do we really need to say out loud who is going to get the Best Player award? James Legge, Tobias Zuser, and Jonathan White discuss a surprisingly exciting season finale, the latest transfer news, as well as what to expect from all t...

Who will be the 2020/2021 Hong Kong Premier League champions? Why are Lee Man late too the party? And who is missing in Mixu's latest Hong Kong team squad? James Legge, Tobias Zuser, and Jonathan White discuss all the latest in local football - despite the ungodly heat. Everything you need to know before the big season finale between Kitchee and Eastern, and the upcoming World Cup qualifiers in Ba...

Will the championship & relegation round still be exciting to watch? Have the Bees lost their buzz? How did Resources Capital outplay Happy Valley and Southern? And who will be the best of the rest? James Legge, Tobias Zuser, and Jonathan White are discussing all the latest in local football - including rescheduled AFC Cup games, a new CEO, transfer news, and the potential role of Park'n'Shop vouc...

Does Hong Kong football have a sexism problem? Why did Lee Man withdraw from the Sapling Cup? Can Happy Valley pull of an Easter resurrection? And will the red flags keep flying? James Legge, Tobias Zuser, and Jonathan White discuss the latest in the Hong Kong Premier League, covering all the action and controversies on and off the pitch. Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk and follo...

All the latest from the local game, including news from the Hong Kong Premier League, and preparations for the AFC Cup and Champions League. James Legge, Tobias Zuser and Jonathan White discuss all the latest goings-on, including a big win for Kitchee, the departure of Michael N'Dri, and a sad situation for Lai Lok-yin. And what happened to Eastern's attacking fork? Share your opinions with us at...

Local football is (finally) back, but is as complicated as ever. AFC bubble; Kitchee bag R&F double; and Chuck Yiu-kwok in trouble. James Legge and Jonathan White discuss all the latest goings-on, including how Happy Valley and Pegasus got in some bother with insurance, and Igor Sartori's new club. Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk and follow us at www.instagram.com/hong_kong_footb...

When can the Hong Kong Premier League resume? What happened to all the R&Fugees? How amazing is the new Hong Kong kit? And what the .... are designated non-resident players? James Legge, Tobias Zuser and Jonathan White conform to Hong Kong's latest gathering rules and only meet for a quick chat on the phone to talk about local football. Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk and follow...

Who are the 2020/21 Premier League title contenders? Should the Sapling Cup always be played before the season? And which club has the best kit this year? James Legge and Tobias Zuser give a preview on what to expect from the new season, and together with Jonathan White they discuss if local football is really going to "light up our era". Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk and follo...

Did Kitchee deserve to win the title? What to make of R&F's sudden withdrawal from the Premier League? And has the 1st Division become the graveyard of the HKPL? James Legge and Tobias Zuser are once again joined by Jonathan White to talk about the dramatic finish of what was probably the strangest season in local football history. They also look ahead to the 2020/21 championship, which is set to...

Who will win the Premier League? Has Hong Kong got a new striker for the national team? And - what is Tenet all about? James Legge and Tobias Zuser share the last round-up for the (too) long awaited season finale, for which R&F, Kitchee, Eastern, and Lee Man are all still in the mix. Also, listen in if you want some podcast merch! Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk and follow us at...

After a pandemic-induced pause, a reduced Hong Kong Premier League swings back into behind-closed-doors action, and we are going to tell you all about it. Will R&F keep their place at the top of the pile? Will it even matter who wins? And should Valley be happy with a 6th-place finish? Plus news on the latest transfers, some big retirements, the Hong Kong team, AFC news -- and podcast merch. Share...

Who will be the inaugural quiz champion? And can you score higher than the two podcast hosts? With local football still on hold until late summer, James Legge and Tobias Zuser invited quiz master and guest host Jonathan White for a face off in the 1st Great Hong Kong Football Quiz of the Hong Kong Football Podcast. Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk and follow us at www.instagram.co...

When will there be football again in Hong Kong? How much will the 2019/2020 title be worth in the end? And is there at all any positive news? James Legge and Tobias Zuser discuss the latest action-free news in local football. Share your opinions with us at podcast@offside.hk and follow us at www.instagram.com/hong_kong_football_podcast/ DON'T MISS A NEW EPISODE ANY MORE: Subscribe to our podcast v...