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Paul McNamara
Senior Reporter, Sport
Paul joined the Post in July 2023 after writing freelance for multiple magazines and national newspapers in England. He covered the 2022 football World Cup for Fifa and was previously senior writer for Everton FC for five years, after time reporting on a number of sports for regional newspapers in the south of England.
Paul joined the Post in July 2023 after writing freelance for multiple magazines and national newspapers in England. He covered the 2022 football World Cup for Fifa and was previously senior writer for Everton FC for five years, after time reporting on a number of sports for regional newspapers in the south of England.
Areas of Expertise:
All sport, primarily football, tennis, rugby and cricketLanguages Spoken:
English
White hot atmosphere at Azteca Stadium backdrop to 3-1 win for South Americans against World Cup newcomers.
Former Italy defender Fabio Cannavaro leaves comparisons with old employers unsaid ahead of game against Colombia in Mexico City.
Swedish striker talks about his Arsenal debut at Kai Tak after big-money move from Sporting Lisbon, and opening his World Cup account.
Scandinavians run riot in steamy Monterrey to take control of Group F following earlier 2-2 draw between Japan and Netherlands.
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Englishman ‘older and wiser’ after contrasting fortunes in club game; Tunisian rival ‘cannot complain’ despite missing out on World Cup win.
Oscar Coggins claims bronze from Asia Triathlon Super Sprint Elite championship, coach set to finalise six-strong squad.
Late rain can’t dampen spirits as co-hosts begin tournament with win to get 2026 party started, although red cards cast shadow on proceedings.
Organisational issues abound and ‘nowhere looks special’ but the capital is in carnival mode and the football, as usual, will make it all OK.
Organisations form strategic alliance to launch ‘home of football’ campaign, kicked off with world-famous player at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
Many fans are opposed to appointment of 49-year-old as city team head coach, but sometimes the ‘easy decision’ is the best decision.
Right-back acknowledges shock over being handed armband for Roberto Losada’s first game as permanent boss against Mongolia.
The 46-year-old is poised for second finals, while country’s footballers must wait at least another four years to add to 2002 appearance.
Former Eastern boss Roberto Losada starts his full-time role as Hong Kong coach with 2-0 win over Mongolia.
Former defender believes four-time world champions paying for lack of forward planning, recalls high drama of 2006 World Cup final.
City team follow up Bahrain victory with win over Singapore to earn place in 10-team tournament in Nagoya, where HKSI funding is up for grabs.
Striker says stint with Chinese giants Shanghai Port has taken his game to ‘the next level’; hopes to play ‘older-head role’ for city team.
City player pockets €22,500 (US$26,200) after run to last-16 at Roland Garros as quarter-finals prove a step too far.
Marco Wong rewarded for patience and hard work at FA Cup winners Tai Po after period in cold led to fears over career.
Football association says there are no snags in head coach recruitment process, as city team prepare for Mongolia and Cambodia encounters.
Brand that helped Sabastian Sawe break world record at London Marathon says carbohydrates can have more impact on performance than shoes.
Lee Chi-kin leads club to second trophy of campaign following 2-1 win over Eastern District, keen to explore chances abroad.
Fifa Museum boss Marco Fazzone, who is here for the site’s grand opening, says the city is ‘full of energy’ and ‘you have everything here’.
Sean Gallagher and Ben Schuessler embarked on journey to celebrate 20th anniversary of living in China and ‘deep connection’ with country.
Asian Champions League Two football on line when Lee Chi-kin’s team meet Eastern District on Saturday.
English Premier League side claim second sevens title in three years following commanding victory over Yokohama F Marinos.
Free-spirit forward has chance to ‘fulfil potential’ at Etihad Stadium under new boss, according to ex-Aston Villa teammate Marc Albrighton.
Ex-Bournemouth left-back Charlie Daniels learning lessons for Watford coaching role, backs old boss Eddie Howe to stay at Newcastle.
Josh Ajala setting sights high after penning two-year London Stadium contract, but Hammers face daunting Aston Villa quarter-final clash.
Top city pair, Oscar Coggins and Bailee Brown, finished 12th and ninth, respectively, after health issues in qualifier event for Asian Games.
