Hong Kong wants to host 2026 World Cup

Hong Kong aspires to host the 2026 World Cup, according to Hong Kong Football Association Chairman Brian Leung Hung-tak.

Leung returned from talks with Beijing officials yesterday and told Apple Daily that a Hong Kong team will be participating in the China Football Association Super League as soon as next year. Beijing is also gearing up to bid for the 2026 World Cup to be hosted by China.

"We hope there's something in it for Hong Kong," said Leung.

If Beijing is successful in its bid for the 2026 World Cup, Leung said it is highly likely that Hong Kong will become one of the hosting cities where some of the final matches can take place. The Hong Kong Football Association is currently planning a youth championship between Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and mainland China.