Hong Kong women’s football team happy to be home after anxious wait in Dubai

The Hong Kong women's football team safely returned home after being stranded in Dubai for several anxious days following the US-Israel attacks on Iran. Twenty-seven players and staff arrived in Hong Kong via Bangkok, with one player flying directly to Boston and another scheduled to leave Dubai for Manchester at midnight on Saturday. Captain Ma Chak-shun expressed relief at their return, stating that everyone was happy to be back home after receiving support from various departments during their stay. The team had been looking forward to returning home smoothly, which ultimately came true. Ma also reflected on the experience, noting that it made her appreciate the value of life and safety in Hong Kong. The team's withdrawal from a tournament was reportedly due to the disruptions caused by the attacks.

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