The Hong Kong Women’s National Football Team is safe and accounted for in Dubai, officials have confirmed, as multiple travel groups and the team are currently stranded due to disruptions caused by recent events in the Middle East.
The Hong Kong Football Association (HKFA) stated they are working to arrange return flights for the team as quickly as possible. Several flights scheduled for Monday, March 3, 2026, to destinations in the Middle East have been canceled.
The HKFA has reported that the team is currently residing in a hotel in Dubai and is in a secure environment. They are actively collaborating to secure travel arrangements for the players and staff.
In addition to the women’s football team, numerous other travel groups are also affected by the flight cancellations. This comes amid heightened tensions in the region following recent incidents.
The situation is developing and the HKFA continues to monitor the situation closely, providing updates as they become available. The association is prioritizing the safe return of the Hong Kong Women’s National Football Team and all other affected travelers.
Meanwhile, the Hong Kong fencing team’s participation in the World Cup has been postponed, adding to the travel disruptions impacting Hong Kong athletes.
