Overview
- David Neo privately apologised to Hong Kong sports minister Rosanna Law after being filmed calling Hong Kong’s players and fans “idiots.”
- An Instagram live stream from a Singapore player’s account captured Neo’s locker-room remarks following the Asian Cup qualifier at Kai Tak Stadium.
- Neo later wrote on Instagram that he “probably should have been more respectful” and said “I take back what I said,” stopping short of a full public apology.
- Singapore beat Hong Kong 2-1 to clinch a place at the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, a significant qualification for the team.
- Criticism of Neo’s conduct has persisted, with commentators saying his comments were unbecoming of a political office holder.