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Lee Chi-kin

(李志堅)

Lee Chi-kin

李志堅

The latest news and top stories on Lee Chi-kin, a Hong Kong football manager and chief coach at Tai Po. He guided the team to its second Hong Kong Premier League title in 2024-25. Recognised as Hong Kong's Coach of the Year in 2015 and 2019, he achieved a cup double with Eastern.

Tai Po players and staff celebrate with fans following their ACL2 victory over Cong An Hanoi last December. Photo: Elson Li

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Tai Po backers deny planning to pull plug, say future in club president’s hands

Francis and Catherine Yip want to ‘bring more joy to the district’, but say decision over club’s future belongs to president Peter Lam.

6 Mar 2026 - 7:50PM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

The Hong Kong footballer balancing a passion for nursing with chasing China dream

2 Mar 2026 - 5:30PM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Uncertainty surrounds Tai Po future as owners consider pulling plug on club

4 Mar 2026 - 7:34PM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong midfielder Chan out to silence Tai Po doubters with Senior Shield win

District club’s first shield since 2013 would save disappointing campaign, and playing in final ‘worth way more’ than in Lunar New Year Cup.

17 Feb 2026 - 10:00AM

Philip Chan, here celebrating a goal against North District with James Temelkovski, says Tai Po need silverware to rescue their season. Photo: Jonathan Wong

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong footballer in city squad 8 months after rape conviction overturned

BC Rangers No 1 Yip Ka-yu could be poised for city team debut, Roberto Losada names squad for Lunar New Year Cup match against FC Seoul.

12 Feb 2026 - 8:02PM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong giants Kitchee christen new home in style as champions Tai Po flounder

Inigo Calderon’s team sprint into 4-0 half-time lead but are given scare as visitors belatedly come to life to score twice.

25 Jan 2026 - 7:58PM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

AFC Champions League 2: Tai Po boss aiming for grand finale, but ‘lots to learn’

Lee Chi-kin aiming for performance to repay loyal fans as local champions wrap up campaign against Cong An Hanoi at Mong Kok Stadium.

11 Dec 2025 - 7:00AM

Lee Chi-kin and striker Lucas Silva previewing Tai Po’s ACL2 clash with Cong An Hanoi. Photo: Tai Po FC

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Tai Po players ‘here to help’ as they play first match in Hong Kong since fire

All ticket proceeds donated to Wang Fuk Court support group, while Kitchee raise over HK$700,000 for Tai Po relief efforts.

4 Dec 2025 - 8:43PM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

As Hong Kong seeks new football coach, Roberto Losada says he is ‘super-ready’

Eastern boss reveals he is keen to replace Ashley Westwood as he urges his team to overcome fear in Thursday’s AFC Champions League Two tie.

27 Nov 2025 - 7:00AM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

As Hong Kong football licks its wounds, Tse wants Tai Po to lift city in AFC tie

After Hong Kong’s loss to Singapore, another do-or-die game sees Tai Po travel to Sydney for Asian Champions League clash with Macarthur.

25 Nov 2025 - 4:00PM

Tai Po goalkeeper Tse Ka-wing in action against Eastern District on Saturday. Photo: Eugene Lee

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Tai Po boss eyes Hong Kong job, keeper hits back at Westwood as saga rumbles on

Lee Chi-kin led side to Hong Kong Premier League title in 2024-25, while dropped goalkeeper Tse says he wanted to face Singapore.

23 Nov 2025 - 8:00AM

Tse Ka-wing recorded a clean sheet on his return to action for Tai Po against Eastern District. Photo: Eugene Lee

Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Debut ranking in top 10% globally boosts self-awareness: Hong Kong EdU head

While ranking is globally recognised, it does not fully reflect an institution’s unique characteristics and strengths, president says.

25 Oct 2025 - 11:41PM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Eastern boss says club in ‘survival moment’ ahead of AFC Champions League 2 game

Roberto Losada in one of toughest periods of four-year tenure, but vows to take fight to Vietnamese visitors Nam Dinh.

2 Oct 2025 - 8:00AM

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

AFC Champions League 2: Inspired Tai Po fighting for Hong Kong’s reputation

Midfielder Remi Dujardin says team believe ‘anything is possible’ ahead of stern Vietnam test, hails local league’s pulling power.

30 Sep 2025 - 7:00AM

Tai Po’s Remi Dujardin ready for an Asian Champions League 2 fight in Vietnam. Photo: Tai Po

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Super Typhoon Ragasa: football farce as Hong Kong matches proceed amid flooding

Despite rainstorm and thunderstorm warnings in place, city’s Premier League continues.

21 Sep 2025 - 7:52PM

Waterlogging is evident during Kowloon City’s match against Tai Po at Sham Shui Po Sports Ground. Photo: Paul McNamara

AFC Champions League

Australian striker out to wreck old club Tai Po’s return to AFC Champions League

Harry Sawyer says he’s ‘more mature physically and mentally’ than during his brief spell in Hong Kong as a young player.

17 Sep 2025 - 8:42PM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Expect chaos, Tai Po’s Australian ace tells Asian Champions League opponents

James Temelkovski giving teammates inside track on opponents Macarthur, and warns A-League club to brace themselves for alien conditions.

17 Sep 2025 - 10:42AM

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Post predictions: Lee Man to pip Tai Po to Hong Kong Premier League title

On the eve of the domestic season, Post reporter Paul McNamara nails his colours to Lee Man’s mast, backs North District to surprise.

29 Aug 2025 - 5:30PM

The Hong Kong Premier League kicks off for the 2025-26 season with teams battling to improve on last term. Photo: Dickson Lee

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong player makes Tai Po pledge, as club demand fee for any mainland move

Nicholas Benavides aiming to banish first-season blues with city champions, as club and player appear to agree pact.

23 Jul 2025 - 1:53PM

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Lee Chi-kin

(李志堅)

Tai Po backers deny planning to pull plug, say future in club president’s hands

Francis and Catherine Yip want to ‘bring more joy to the district’, but say decision over club’s future belongs to president Peter Lam.

The Hong Kong footballer balancing a passion for nursing with chasing China dream

Uncertainty surrounds Tai Po future as owners consider pulling plug on club

Hong Kong midfielder Chan out to silence Tai Po doubters with Senior Shield win

District club’s first shield since 2013 would save disappointing campaign, and playing in final ‘worth way more’ than in Lunar New Year Cup.

Hong Kong footballer in city squad 8 months after rape conviction overturned

BC Rangers No 1 Yip Ka-yu could be poised for city team debut, Roberto Losada names squad for Lunar New Year Cup match against FC Seoul.

Hong Kong giants Kitchee christen new home in style as champions Tai Po flounder

Inigo Calderon’s team sprint into 4-0 half-time lead but are given scare as visitors belatedly come to life to score twice.

AFC Champions League 2: Tai Po boss aiming for grand finale, but ‘lots to learn’

Lee Chi-kin aiming for performance to repay loyal fans as local champions wrap up campaign against Cong An Hanoi at Mong Kok Stadium.

Tai Po players ‘here to help’ as they play first match in Hong Kong since fire

All ticket proceeds donated to Wang Fuk Court support group, while Kitchee raise over HK$700,000 for Tai Po relief efforts.

As Hong Kong seeks new football coach, Roberto Losada says he is ‘super-ready’

Eastern boss reveals he is keen to replace Ashley Westwood as he urges his team to overcome fear in Thursday’s AFC Champions League Two tie.

As Hong Kong football licks its wounds, Tse wants Tai Po to lift city in AFC tie

After Hong Kong’s loss to Singapore, another do-or-die game sees Tai Po travel to Sydney for Asian Champions League clash with Macarthur.

Tai Po boss eyes Hong Kong job, keeper hits back at Westwood as saga rumbles on

Lee Chi-kin led side to Hong Kong Premier League title in 2024-25, while dropped goalkeeper Tse says he wanted to face Singapore.

.css-sioo19{color:#c79a00;}Exclusive | Debut ranking in top 10% globally boosts self-awareness: Hong Kong EdU head

While ranking is globally recognised, it does not fully reflect an institution’s unique characteristics and strengths, president says.

Eastern boss says club in ‘survival moment’ ahead of AFC Champions League 2 game

Roberto Losada in one of toughest periods of four-year tenure, but vows to take fight to Vietnamese visitors Nam Dinh.

AFC Champions League 2: Inspired Tai Po fighting for Hong Kong’s reputation

Midfielder Remi Dujardin says team believe ‘anything is possible’ ahead of stern Vietnam test, hails local league’s pulling power.

Super Typhoon Ragasa: football farce as Hong Kong matches proceed amid flooding

Despite rainstorm and thunderstorm warnings in place, city’s Premier League continues.

Australian striker out to wreck old club Tai Po’s return to AFC Champions League

Harry Sawyer says he’s ‘more mature physically and mentally’ than during his brief spell in Hong Kong as a young player.

Expect chaos, Tai Po’s Australian ace tells Asian Champions League opponents

James Temelkovski giving teammates inside track on opponents Macarthur, and warns A-League club to brace themselves for alien conditions.

Post predictions: Lee Man to pip Tai Po to Hong Kong Premier League title

On the eve of the domestic season, Post reporter Paul McNamara nails his colours to Lee Man’s mast, backs North District to surprise.

Hong Kong player makes Tai Po pledge, as club demand fee for any mainland move

Nicholas Benavides aiming to banish first-season blues with city champions, as club and player appear to agree pact.

Exclusive | Debut ranking in top 10% globally boosts self-awareness: Hong Kong EdU head