May 29, 2022

Hong Kong football is back as players and fans return to Happy Valley

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South China fans welcome the chance to see their team play for the first time in months. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

Coach Chan Chun-yu, of South China, gives tactical directions for the match against Eastern District. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

Players get stuck in after an easing of Covid-19 measures allowed matches to resume. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

South China supporters applaud after their side pull a goal back. Xiaomei Chen

Eastern District started well but could not match South China in the League Cup encounter. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

South China came away 3-1 winners to get their League Cup campaign up and running. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

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South China fans welcome the chance to see their team play for the first time in months. Photo:...South China fans welcome the chance to see their team play for the first time in months. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

May 29, 2022

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Hong Kong football is back as players and fans return to Happy Valley

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