After a humiliating 6-0 defeat by hosts Japan on Tuesday night in their opening game of the EAFF Championship, Hong Kong have been dealt another blow with central defender Leung Nok-hang ruling himself out for the rest of the tournament.
It was hoped the arrival of Zhejiang star Leung might strengthen Jorn Andersen’s defence for the two remaining games against South Korea and China. But the Chinese Super League star’s ankle injury has stopped him from joining the team.
“I have injured my ankle while playing for Zhejiang and the doctors have advised me to rest for at least 10 days,” said Leung, who missed Tuesday’s game as he was also waiting for a visa to enter Japan.
“A medical report has been sent to my club and also the Hong Kong team to explain the situation. Now I have to wait for next year’s Asian Cup before I can don the Hong Kong colours again.”