The Dragon's kick: Football and Politics in Hong Kong and China ft. Chun Wing Lee

THE FOOTPOL PODCAST

This week, co-hosts Guy and Francesco dive into the fascinating history of football in Hong Kong and mainland China with Chun Wing Lee, lecturer at Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Together, they trace the game’s journey from its colonial beginnings to the rise and fall of Hong Kong’s professional league. Chun Wing sheds light on how football became a tool for political agendas, wielded by both Chinese Communists and Nationalists, and its role post-1997 under Beijing’s rule.

The episode also explores the unique fan culture in Hong Kong and southern China, uncovering connections with foreign clubs—particularly English teams—that continue to shape the region’s football identity.

Whether you’re a football fanatic or a history buff, this episode offers an intriguing look at the beautiful game’s cultural and political legacy in East Asia.

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