Fok was asked whether Infantino still had the association’s formal support during an event presenting the next edition of the ASEAN Cup. Rather than give a direct yes, he linked any backing to the development of football in Hong Kong.
The report says Fok also highlighted the association’s cooperation with in staging what is expected to be a significant event. That partnership gives Infantino a platform in Hong Kong, while allowing the local association to stress that practical football development remains its priority.
The distinction matters. Public support from a national association can carry political weight, but Fok’s wording leaves room for the relationship to be judged on future results rather than loyalty alone.
The president is reportedly working to strengthen his support among member associations before the election scheduled for March. In that setting, even a carefully qualified statement can attract attention.
Infantino has built much of his influence through global football development programmes and closer engagement with national associations. Hong Kong’s position, however, appears deliberately measured: cooperation is welcomed, but endorsement is conditional.
That gives Fok’s comments significance without making them a confirmed campaign commitment. The association has signalled proximity to Infantino while preserving its ability to assess what his leadership delivers for Hong Kong football.
Infantino is reportedly expected to attend the ASEAN Cup final in Hong Kong on 3 October, adding an international dimension to the occasion. For the local association, the match offers a chance to showcase its football ambitions and reinforce its working relationship with .
The next question is whether that relationship produces a formal endorsement before the election-or remains a partnership built around specific projects and events.