Premier League Asia Trophy

After Wolves lift the 2019 Trophy in China, find out the winners of the past tournaments

What is the Premier League Asia Trophy

The Premier League has a huge following across Asia and we have looked to express our gratitude to our millions of Asian fans by holding a pre-season tournament, the Premier League Asia Trophy, so they can enjoy the excitement of the Premier League in the flesh.

The tournament has been held on a biennial basis, starting in 2003 in Malaysia, with the most recent edition taking place in China in 2019.

Kuala Lumpur, 2003

The inaugural competition was held at the Bukit Jalil Stadium, in Kuala Lumpur, and Chelsea emerged as the first winners after a penalty shoot-out against Newcastle in the final. Birmingham City and Malaysia also competed as the west London club won their first piece of silverware under Roman Abramovich’s ownership.

2003 Asia Trophy winners Chelsea — John Terry and manager Claudio Ranieri, then of Chelsea, lift the inaugural PL Asia Trophy

Bangkok, 2005

Bolton Wanderers took the title at the Rajamangala National Stadium in the Thai capital, seeing off challenges from Everton, Man City and Thailand’s Under-23 team.

Bolton Wanderers win 2005 Premier League Asia Trophy — Jay Jay Okocha gets a hero's reception from fans after helping Bolton win the 2005 Asia Trophy

Hong Kong, China, 2007

Again, penalties were needed to find a winner, with Portsmouth beating Liverpool 4–2 from the spot in the Hong Kong Stadium, while Fulham and South China FC also took part.

Fernando Torres, Liverpool — Liverpool signing Fernando Torres couldn't stop Portsmouth winning the 2007 competition

Beijing, 2009

Tottenham Hotspur took the title after a commanding 3-0 victory over Hull City in the final at the Beijing Workers' Stadium, also finishing ahead of West Ham and Beijing Guoan.

Tottenham Hotspur celebrate winning 2009 PL Asia Trophy — Spurs earned a 3-0 win against Hull to triumph in the Beijing edition of the tournament

Hong Kong, China, 2011

Chelsea won the Premier League Asia Trophy again, this time at the Hong Kong Stadium, after overcoming Aston Villa 2-0. Blackburn Rovers and Kitchee also featured.

2011 Premier League Asia Trophy winners Chelsea — Players and fans alike celebrate after Chelsea score in the 2011 Asia Trophy final

Hong Kong, China, 2013

Hong Kong hosted the tournament again and Edin Dzeko struck the decisive goal in Man City’s 1-0 victory over Sunderland in the final. Spurs and South China were beaten in the semi-finals.

Edin Dzeko with the 2013 Asia Trophy — Edin Dzeko lifts the 2013 PL Asia Trophy after scoring Man City's winner

Singapore, 2015

Arsenal beat Everton 3-1 at the Singapore National Stadium to win the tournament for the first time. Stoke City and a Singapore XI also competed.

Arsenal v Everton, 2015 Premier League Asia Trophy — Theo Walcott scored as Arsenal beat Everton 3-1 to claim the 2015 PL Asia Trophy

Hong Kong, China, 2017

Philippe Coutinho scored one goal and made another in Liverpool's 2-1 win against Leicester City in the final. Crystal Palace and West Bromwich Albion were beaten in the semi-finals.

Premier League Asia Trophy — Philippe Coutinho's stunner gives Liverpool a 2-1 lead

Nanjing/Shanghai, 2019

Rui Patricio saved three penalties to help Wolves defeat Man City 3-2 on spot-kicks after a 0-0 draw in normal time. The third/fourth place playoff match was won 1-0 by Newcastle against West Ham thanks to a Yoshinori Muto goal.

Rui Patricio, Wolves — Wolves goalkeeper Rui Patricio was the hero of the 2019 Asia Trophy final as he saved three Man City penalties