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The future of football is being written in Asia. It starts in Hong Kong.
World Football Summit (WFS) is set to redefine the global football landscape with its inaugural Hong Kong summit on September 2nd-4th, marking a pivotal moment where technology, culture, and strategic vision converge at the heart of Asia's football revolution.
As the Asian football market surges to a remarkable USD 7.187 billion, with digital engagement breaking records and investment opportunities expanding, this summit represents a critical junction in the sport's global narrative. The Asian Football Confederation has witnessed a 20% growth in digital followers, with website page views exploding by 258%—a testament to a market on the brink of unprecedented transformation.
"Our Hong Kong summit transcends a traditional conference," explains Jan Alessie, Co-founder and Managing Director at World Football Summit. "We're creating a global platform where football's most innovative minds will explore how East and West can reshape the beautiful game's future."
The inaugural WFS Hong Kong, proudly supported by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, is designed to provide a platform where football legends meet tech innovators. Where East meets West. Where digital transformation isn't just discussed—it's demonstrated.
Part of the lineup reads like a football hall of fame, given the caliber of the legends that have confirmed their participation so far.
In addition to these global football icons, prominent local leaders will also be taking part in the event. These include:
The full lineup of speakers will dive deep into the most critical questions facing football:
The general summit themes are razor-sharp:
“Hong Kong represents a unique gateway between global football markets," added Filipe Gonçalves, Chairman at Asia Partners IFBD, WFS strategic partner in Asia. "This summit is not just an event—it's a strategic bridge connecting diverse football ecosystems, positioning Asia at the forefront of the sport's next evolution.”
From broadcasting innovations to sustainable business models, from talent development to cross-continental investments, the WFS Hong Kong summit will provide an unparalleled platform for connection, insight, and strategic thinking. With an expected attendance of over 4,000 international industry professionals and more than 100 speakers, the event promises to be a defining moment in football's global evolution.
A dedicated fan zone will transform the event from a conference into a celebration. Interactive experiences, egaming, football skills competitions, classic memorabilia—this is where strategy meets passion.?
Global football summit brought to Hong Kong for the first time, proudly supported by the Hong Kong Tourism Board
World Football Summit Hong Kong 2025 is proudly supported by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. With the tremendous support, WFS is aimed to elevate the city’s positioning as a premier destination for global sports business and innovation.
By supporting WFS, the Hong Kong Tourism Board reaffirms its commitment to attracting world-class international events and leveraging the power of football to enhance the city's global appeal, economic development, and regional influence within the Greater Bay Area.
This partnership highlights the shared vision of making Hong Kong a central hub for the future of the sports industry in Asia and beyond.
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The future of football is being written. Will you read it or write it?
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Football Summit.
