The heartbeat of football in Hong Kong: bridging continents, elevating football

AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong – 3rd & 4th September

World Football Summit is a premier event in Hong Kong, bringing together football industry leaders to shape the future of the sport in the Asia.

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It’s time to equalize the potential of the industry in the region to the passion for football it holds.

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Confirmed speakers at WFS Hong Kong 2025

Confirmed speakers at
WFS Hong Kong 2025

Fabio

Capello

Former Professional Manager

Fabio

Capello

Fabio Capello is an Italian former professional football manager and player. As a player, Capello represented SPAL, Roma, AC Milan and Juventus. He played as a midfielder and won several trophies during his career which lasted over 15 years.

Pierluigi

Collina

Chairman – FIFA Referees Committee

Pierluigi

Collina

Legendary referee Pierluigi Collina, FIFA Referees Committee Chairman since 2017, holds a degree in Economics & Business. A globally recognized icon and six-time “Best Referee” awardee, he advises on leadership and pressure performance, and supports brands and humanitarian causes outside football.

Rio

Ferdinand

Director & Ambassador- New Era Ingenious

Rio

Ferdinand

Rio Ferdinand OBE is an English former professional footballer turned leading TV presenter, pundit, and media personality. During his playing career, Rio played for West Ham, Leeds United, and Manchester United, where he served as captain, winning six Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League. One of the most decorated English players of all time, he was inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame in 2023.

Eric

Fok

Chairman – The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Eric

Fok

Eric Fok is Vice-Chairman of the Fok Ying Tung Group, Director at SJM Resorts, and Chairman of the Football Association of Hong Kong, China. A key football administrator, he has been an AFC East Zone Executive Committee member since 2019 and Vice President of the East Asian Football Federation since 2022, working to grow the sport’s reach and influence across the region.

Romy

Gai

Chief Business Officer – FIFA

Romy

Gai

Romy Gai is Chief Business Officer at FIFA, leading commercial strategy since April 2022. Formerly CMO/Revenue Director and CEO assistant at Juventus for 14 years, he’s reshaped football marketing worldwide. Recognized by Forbes as one of the top 50 global marketing executives, he plays a key role in FIFA partnerships and growth initiatives.

Datuk Seri Windsor

John

General Secretary – AFC

Datuk Seri Windsor

John

Widely recognised as an outstanding football administrator, Datuk Seri Windsor John has been the driving force behind the AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa’s all-encompassing vision to propel Asian football to greater heights.

Carles

Puyol

Football Player – Inspired Team – Carles Puyol

Carles

Puyol

Carles Puyol is a retired Spanish footballer best known for his leadership and defensive strength as FC Barcelona’s longtime captain. He played over 590 matches for the club, winning six La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions Leagues. A key figure in Spain’s golden generation, he won UEFA Euro 2008 and 2012, and the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Puyol retired in 2014 and remains a symbol of loyalty, passion, and commitment in world football.

Davor

Šuker

Soccer Hall of Fame

Davor

Šuker

Davor Šuker, born in 1968 in Osijek, Croatia, is a legendary striker and Croatia’s all-time top scorer with 45 goals in 68 matches. He starred at the 1998 FIFA World Cup, winning the Golden Boot and leading Croatia to third place. At club level, he played for NK Osijek, Dinamo Zagreb, Sevilla, Real Madrid, Arsenal, West Ham, and 1860 Munich, scoring 203 goals in 448 appearances. He later served as president of the Croatian FA (2012–2021) and was named to the FIFA 100 by Pelé.

Javier

Tebas

President – LALIGA

Javier

Tebas

Javier Tebas Medrano, born in Costa Rica in 1962, is a Spanish lawyer specializing in sports and bankruptcy law. His football journey began in 1993 as president of SD Huesca. He later joined the boards of CD Badajoz and CD Toledo before becoming LaLiga vice-president in 2001. Elected LaLiga president in 2013, he was re-elected in 2016 and 2019. His leadership focuses on financial controls, audiovisual rights, and international growth, including the Boost LaLiga project with CVC Capital Partners.

John

Terry

Consultant (Academy & Commercial) – Chelsea FC

John

Terry

John Terry, Chelsea legend and former England captain, is now a part‑time coaching consultant at Chelsea’s Academy, focusing on mentoring youth players. He’s stepped back from pursuing a head coaching career and is exploring new ventures, including investing in and serving as brand ambassador for the football prediction app LEBOM.

Michele

Uva

Sustainability Executive Director – UEFA

Michele

Uva

Michele Uva, UEFA’s Executive Director of Social and Environmental Sustainability since 2021, has led major sports bodies including FIGC, CONI, Serie A, and clubs in football, basketball, and volleyball. A former UEFA Vice-President (2017–2020), he chaired the Club Licensing Committee and served on multiple strategic boards. Author of six books, he also lectures for international and Italian university programs.

Sarah

Walsh

COO Women’s Asian Cup

Sarah

Walsh

Sarah Walsh is a former Australian international athlete with 70 caps and 35 international goals for the Matildas. She has a decorated career including appearances in the 2004 Olympics and 2007 FIFA World Cup. She clinched victory at the 2010 Women’s Asian Cup. Since then, Sarah has evolved into an accomplished sports executive, Logie-nominated commentator, and compelling public speaker.