Cambodia vs Hong Kong Prediction, Lineups, H2H, Match Preview
Cambodia host Hong Kong in a Friendly International on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, with kickoff set for 19:00 ICT (20:00 HKT / 12:00 UTC / 08:00 ET / 13:00 BST / 17:00 PKT) at Olympic Stadium in Phnom Penh. Cambodia come in from a 4-0 friendly win over Bhutan, while Hong Kong arrive after beating Mongolia 2-0 before travelling to Phnom Penh.
Koji Gyotoku’s side get the home crowd and a useful confidence boost, while Hong Kong begin Roberto Losada’s permanent tenure with a strong 23-player squad from HKFA. This Cambodia vs Hong Kong prediction looks at team news, likely lineups, H2H, recent form and the tactical areas that can decide the Friendly International.
Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Cambodia vs Hong Kong |
| Competition | Friendly International |
| Date | Tuesday, June 9, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 19:00 ICT / 20:00 HKT / 12:00 UTC / 08:00 ET / 13:00 BST / 17:00 PKT |
| Venue | Olympic Stadium, Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
| Capacity | 50,000 |
| Cambodia FIFA Ranking | 177th |
| Hong Kong FIFA Ranking | 155th |
| Cambodia WC Status | Not qualified for World Cup 2026 |
| Hong Kong WC Status | Not qualified for World Cup 2026 |
| Cambodia Manager | Koji Gyotoku |
| Hong Kong Manager | Roberto Losada |
| Referee | yet to be confirmed |
Cambodia vs Hong Kong Match Prediction
Cambodia should compete better than their ranking suggests because they have home conditions and a recent 4-0 win behind them. Gyotoku’s team can hurt Hong Kong if Nick Taylor and Lim Pisoth receive early enough to attack the spaces beside the centre-backs.
Hong Kong still have the cleaner H2H edge and the deeper squad on paper. Losada’s side beat Mongolia 2-0 in the previous friendly, and the visitors should carry enough control through Tan Chun Lok and Wong Wai to slow Cambodia’s wide attacks.
Prediction: Cambodia 1-1 Hong Kong. Cambodia have the venue edge, but Hong Kong’s squad depth and recent H2H record point to a close friendly.
Cambodia vs Hong Kong Predicted Lineups
Official starting XIs are yet to be confirmed, so the projected teams below use Cambodia’s recent squad core, HKFA’s published Hong Kong squad and likely rotation needs. Cambodia can stay close to a 4-2-3-1, while Hong Kong may keep a 4-3-3 built around a compact midfield and quick wide runners.
Cambodia national football team vs Hong Kong national football team lineups will update if FIFA publishes official XIs before kickoff. Until then, the card uses a projected view built around the most recent verified team information.
Key Players to Watch
Nick Taylor is the Cambodia attacker to watch because he can receive between midfield and defence. Lim Pisoth gives the home side speed from wide areas, while Abdel Kader Coulibaly can keep Hong Kong’s centre-backs occupied inside the box.
Hong Kong need Tan Chun Lok and Wong Wai to set the tempo before Cambodia build pressure. Sun Ming Him, Matthew Orr and Walter Soares give Losada direct routes into the final third if the visitors win second balls in midfield.
Cambodia vs Hong Kong Match Preview
This is a useful regional test because both teams already had one June friendly to sharpen selection decisions. Cambodia should try to control possession and use wide runners to pull Hong Kong’s back line out of shape.
Hong Kong need a more direct route into the final third because the hosts have enough midfield quality to punish loose passes quickly. If the visitors keep the game compact, their recent H2H edge can matter more than the Phnom Penh setting.
Hong Kong Team News
Hong Kong arrive in Phnom Penh after beating Mongolia 2-0 at Hong Kong Stadium on June 5. Roberto Losada’s squad then travelled to Cambodia for the second friendly of the window, so the visitors have both match rhythm and a fresh coaching structure.
HKFA’s 23-player squad includes Yip Ka Yu, Yue Tze Nam, Oliver Gerbig, Remi Dujardin, Tan Chun Lok, Wong Wai, Everton Camargo, Matthew Orr and Sun Ming Him. That gives Losada a strong mix of Hong Kong Premier League players and overseas-based options for the Phnom Penh trip.
Cambodia Team News
Cambodia enter the match after beating Bhutan 4-0 on June 4, a result that gave Koji Gyotoku’s team a clear confidence lift before a tougher opponent arrives. The home side should keep the attacking width that worked in that friendly, especially with Lim Pisoth and Nick Taylor available between the lines.
Cambodia’s recent squad core has included Hul Kimhuy, Kan Mo, Sos Suhana, Yudai Ogawa, Nick Taylor, Lim Pisoth and Sieng Chanthea. Abdel Kader Coulibaly also gives Gyotoku a penalty-box option after Cambodia’s 4-0 win over Bhutan.
Cambodia vs Hong Kong Head to Head Record
The latest senior meeting between Cambodia and Hong Kong ended 1-1 on November 13, 2025. Hong Kong also won 3-0 in October 2024, so the recent H2H record gives the visitors a clear warning sign for Cambodia.
Recent H2H data points to a tight matchup rather than a one-sided friendly. Cambodia have home advantage and a fresh 4-0 win, while Hong Kong have enough pace and confidence to make the hosts defend for long spells.
Cambodia Recent Form – Last 5 Matches
Cambodia have a mixed recent record, but the 4-0 win over Bhutan gave the squad a stronger platform before Hong Kong arrive. The home side also split two World Cup qualifying matches with Mongolia in 2024, which shows how thin the margins can be in regional fixtures.
The key question is whether that attacking rhythm holds against a stronger opponent. Gyotoku’s side have enough technical quality to control spells of the match, but they need cleaner defensive spacing against Hong Kong’s forwards.
Hong Kong Recent Form – Last 5 Matches
Hong Kong enter the match after beating Mongolia 2-0 on June 5. The visitors also drew 1-1 with Cambodia in November 2025 and beat the same opponent 3-0 in October 2024.
Roberto Losada’s team must avoid turning the match into an open exchange too early. If Hong Kong stay compact and release Sun Ming Him or Matthew Orr quickly, they can make the game uncomfortable for the hosts.
| Team | Date | Opponent | Competition | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambodia | June 4, 2026 | Bhutan | Friendly International | Win | 4-0 |
| Cambodia | Nov. 13, 2025 | Hong Kong | Friendly International | Draw | 1-1 |
| Cambodia | Oct. 15, 2024 | Hong Kong | Friendly International | Loss | 0-3 |
| Cambodia | June 11, 2024 | Mongolia | World Cup qualifier | Win | 2-1 |
| Cambodia | June 6, 2024 | Mongolia | World Cup qualifier | Loss | 0-2 |
| Hong Kong | June 5, 2026 | Mongolia | Friendly International | Win | 2-0 |
| Hong Kong | March 31, 2026 | India | AFC Asian Cup qualifier | Loss | 1-2 |
| Hong Kong | Nov. 13, 2025 | Cambodia | Friendly International | Draw | 1-1 |
| Hong Kong | Oct. 15, 2024 | Cambodia | Friendly International | Win | 3-0 |
| Hong Kong | June 11, 2024 | Turkmenistan | World Cup qualifier | Draw | 0-0 |
Cambodia vs Hong Kong Tactical Preview
Cambodia should use two midfield screens so Taylor and the wide players can press without leaving the centre exposed. That gives Yudai Ogawa and Sin Kakada room to manage the tempo and feed Coulibaly early.
Hong Kong need quick support around Sun Ming Him, Matthew Orr and Walter Soares. If those players receive with runners close, Cambodia will have to defend facing their own goal rather than stepping forward into pressure.
How to Watch Cambodia vs Hong Kong Live
Fans can follow the TV and streaming information through the Cambodia vs Hong Kong live stream article. Viewers should also check the Cambodia football TV schedule and Hong Kong football TV schedule as matchday listings update.
The wider World Cup 2026 schedule is separate from this friendly, but the same readers often follow both because these June matches shape form before the next competitive window.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Cambodia vs Hong Kong?
Cambodia vs Hong Kong is scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
What time is Cambodia vs Hong Kong?
Kickoff is set for 19:00 ICT, 20:00 HKT, 12:00 UTC, 08:00 ET, 13:00 BST and 17:00 PKT.
Where is Cambodia vs Hong Kong being played?
Cambodia vs Hong Kong is being played at Olympic Stadium in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
What is Cambodia vs Hong Kong prediction?
FWC Times predicts Cambodia 1-1 Hong Kong.
What happened in the latest Cambodia vs Hong Kong meeting?
The latest senior meeting ended 1-1 on November 13, 2025.
Read Also: Cambodia vs Hong Kong live stream and Cambodia vs Hong Kong live score.
