2025-06-08

In the Jockey Club Women's Football League FA Cup final held at Po kong Village Road Park on June 8, Kitchee triumphed over TSL FC with a score of 2:0, securing the championship.

In the early stages of the match,TSL FC focused on creating opportunities down the flanks, but it was Kitchee who opened the scoring. In the 18th minute, Fu Chiu Man delivered a long pass from near the center circle into the box, where So Hoi Lam pounced on a misstep by the advancing goalkeeper to score, putting Kitchee ahead 1:0. Just before halftime, Kitchee had another golden opportunity when team captain Chung Pui Ki took a corner kick, and Cheung Wai Ki's follow up shot from close range narrowly missed the target. Kitchee led 1:0 at the half.

TSL FC, who had limited scoring chances in the first half, came out aggressively in the second half. Chan Yee Hing utilized her individual skills to break through on the flanks, and in the 48th minute,Leung, Hong Kiu Anke connected with Chan's cross but hit the side netting. However, in the 55th minute, Chu Po Yan  crossed from the byline into the box, and Cham Ching Man scored from an acute angle, extending Kitchee's lead to 2:0.

TSL FC continued to push forward but failed to threaten Kitchee defense effectively. Ultimately, Kitchee secured a 2:0 victory, claiming the Jockey Club Women's Football League FA Cup title.

Cheung Wai Ki, named the "Most Valuable Player" of the final, reflected on her performance, stating, "We executed the coach’s game plan well. We approached every play calmly, unlike before when we would kick the ball forward in a panic. Now, we focus on maintaining possession to tire out the opponent and achieve victory."

Cheung also noted her evolving role this season, emphasizing her focus on helping younger players perform: "The coach feels that I am not as effective in pressing; instead, I play in midfield, responsible for passing and long shots, which allows the game to flow more smoothly."