Herbalgy Trophy Ignites Hong Kong as Football Fever Sweeps the City

Juventus Defeat Chelsea FC 1–0
"Goal-Getter Giveaway" Opens the Door to World-Class Football¹, While 5 Children Fulfil Their Dreams as Player Mascots

HONG KONG, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Herbalgy Trophy: Chelsea FC vs Juventus, the headline of the Hong Kong Football Festival 2026 proudly presented by Pain Management Expert, Herbalgy, concluded successfully last night at Kai Tak Stadium. As football fever continues to sweep the world following this summer's FIFA World Cup, excitement in Hong Kong reached another high as two of Europe's most iconic clubs met on Hong Kong soil. Thousands of passionate supporters filled Kai Tak Stadium to witness an unforgettable night of elite football. Juventus claimed a 1–0 victory over Chelsea FC, while Edon Zhegrova was named  Herbalgy Trophy Man of the Match after an outstanding display.

Returning as the title sponsor of the Hong Kong Football Festival for the second consecutive year, Herbalgy continues its commitment to bringing world-class sporting experiences to Hong Kong, bringing people together through football while supporting the development of local sports culture.

Football Fever Continues Across the City

To share the excitement with even more football fans, Herbalgy once again launched its citywide "Goal-Getter Giveaway", giving away 1,000 tickets to the Herbalgy Trophy and Chelsea Open Training through participating retailers across Hong Kong. With prizes worth over HK$1 million, the campaign gave lucky winners the opportunity to experience world-class football up close¹, from watching Chelsea train to cheering alongside thousands of fans at Kai Tak Stadium on match day.

From witnessing Chelsea FC's open training session to experiencing the electric atmosphere at Kai Tak Stadium on match day, lucky winners enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime football journey alongside thousands of passionate supporters. Together, these unforgettable experiences helped bring the excitement of world-class football to every corner of Hong Kong.

Dreams Come True for Five Young Angels

Beyond creating unforgettable moments for football fans, Herbalgy remains committed to making a positive impact on the community. This year, the brand invited five children supported by Community Med Care to take part in the Herbalgy Trophy as player mascots. Three walked onto the pitch with Chelsea, while the other two accompanied Juventus, enjoying a once-in-a-lifetime experience in front of thousands of spectators.

Standing side by side with world-renowned footballers on one of Hong Kong's biggest sporting stages was far more than a pre-match ceremony, it was a dream come true for each child. Through this meaningful initiative, Herbalgy hopes to inspire young people to pursue their dreams while sharing the joy, passion and positive values that sport brings to the community.

Celebrating 27 Years of Herbalgy Through Sport

As Herbalgy celebrates its 27th anniversary, the brand remains dedicated to promoting healthier living while supporting the long-term development of sport in Hong Kong. Through international football sponsorships, large-scale consumer campaigns and meaningful community initiatives, Herbalgy continues to create opportunities for Hongkongers to experience world-class sporting events while encouraging healthier and more active lifestyles.

From the "Goal-Getter Giveaway", Chelsea FC Open Training and the Herbalgy Trophy to the Player Mascot Programme, Herbalgy has brought football closer to fans across the city while strengthening the connection between sport and the community.

Looking ahead, Herbalgy will continue to combine the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine with modern scientific research to develop trusted pain management solutions, while supporting more major sporting and community initiatives that empower Hongkongers to live healthier, more active lives.

¹ Goal-Getter Giveaway – Trade Promotion Competition Licence No.: 61362-4
² The promotion is subject to terms and conditions. In the event of any dispute, Herbalgy reserves the right of final decision.

About Herbalgy

Herbalgy Pharmaceutical Ltd. is a company that captures the essence of Hong Kong. Founded in 1999 by the esteemed Professor of Chinese Medicine Wong Tin Chee, he has been inspired by his father, Wong To Yick, since childhood. With a deep passion for Traditional Chinese Medicine and herbal medicine research, Professor Wong has inherited his father's wisdom and expertise.  He is committed to adhering to his father's philosophy of 'focusing on addressing the root cause rather than merely treating the symptoms' and the principle of 'viewing pain as a crucial indicator for identifying underlying issues'.

Following the establishment of the family business, Professor Wong was encouraged by his father to create the well-known 'Herbalgy' brand. This name reflects the company's commitment to promoting healthy meridians and overall well-being. With decades of clinical experience and a love for Hong Kong's traditional Chinese medicine, he established a GMP-standard factory in Hong Kong to ensure the scientific production of traditional medicinal oils and plasters. He has since launched the brands 'Touch Cool', 'Herbalgy', and 'Tibet Red', which blend the unique characteristics of Hong Kong with accessible medicinal oils, magnetic therapy, herbal remedies, and physical therapy, making them some of the most enduring and best-selling brands in the region.

These brands offer straightforward, medication-based home care solutions designed for the early prevention of chronic pain resulting from impaired circulation of blood and Qi in urban lifestyles. All products mentioned in this press release are registered proprietary Chinese medicines. Their statutory indications are based on the labels approved by the Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong.

For more information about Herbalgy, please visit:

Website: https://herbalgy.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Herbalgy/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herbalgyhk/

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Phone: (852) 2380 9555
Email: cs@herbalgy.com

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Herbalgy Trophy Ignites Hong Kong as Football Fever Sweeps the City

New Prospa and YouGov research finds SMEs would put an average of nearly $9,400 a month through a rewards-enabled payment platform, while only 8% currently route B2B payments through platforms offering rewards

SYDNEY, Nov. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Australian small and medium businesses could be missing out on rewards from thousands of dollars in necessary business spending each month, as rising operating costs continue to put pressure on margins.

New research from Australian fintech Prospa and YouGov found 84% of Australian SMEs have experienced rising operational costs, while 80% say unavoidable expenses have squeezed their margins over the past 12 months.

With businesses already paying suppliers, bills and other operating costs, the findings suggest SMEs are increasingly looking for ways to get more value from spending they cannot avoid.

Two in three Australian SMEs would use a rewards-enabled payment platform if given the option, yet only 8% currently use one for B2B payments. SMEs said they would put an average of $9,398 a month through a platform that offered rewards.

Beau Bertoli, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Prospa, said: "Every business has regular expenses that need to be paid, regardless of the economic environment. This research shows there is an opportunity for business owners to get more value from those everyday payments, rather than viewing them as simply a cost of doing business.

"Australian SMEs are looking for more value from the unavoidable costs of running a business. Two in three would put overheads through a rewards-enabled payment platform if given the option, yet only 8% currently route B2B payments through one. That gap shows rewards-enabled business payments remain a largely untapped opportunity."

Most SMEs are not earning rewards on B2B payments

The research found Australian SMEs currently use several methods to earn value from business spending:

• 23% use a business card that earns points, cashback or rewards.
• 14% negotiate rebates or loyalty benefits directly with suppliers.
• 8% use a B2B payment platform that offers rewards.
• A further 20% are actively looking for ways to get value or rewards from money they already spend.

"The results show that rewards are already part of how some SMEs approach business spending, although the methods used differ," Bertoli said.

"For some businesses, this means using rewards cards to get more value from everyday spending. Others are negotiating rebates with suppliers or routing B2B payments through platforms offering rewards. The opportunity is to give more SMEs practical ways to get greater value from spending that is already part of running their business."

SMEs would put thousands through rewards-enabled business payments

The amount Australian SMEs would put through a rewards-enabled payment platform varied by business size and structure:

• Across all SMEs surveyed, the average was $9,398 a month.
• Non-sole traders would put through an average of $14,682 a month.
• Sole traders would put through an average of $6,214 a month.
• One in five SMEs would put at least $10,000 of monthly business spending through one.

Non-sole traders were also more likely to actively look for value or rewards from money they already spend, at 27%, compared with 16% of sole traders.

"The level of interest naturally depends on the size and structure of each business, as every business faces its own unique expenses and payment volumes. That's why it's important to recognise that solutions need to be flexible to meet these diverse needs," Bertoli said.

"We launched Prospa Rewards because small businesses told us they want their everyday spending to work harder. Business owners already have suppliers, bills and other operating costs to pay. This is about helping them get something back from the spending that is part of their business."

About Prospa Rewards

The findings come following the launch of Prospa Rewards, a business rewards platform designed to help eligible Australian small businesses earn value from eligible business payments and transactions they already make.

Eligible customers can earn one Prospa Point for every $1 paid on eligible transactions. Prospa Points can be redeemed for selected business essentials and gift cards, or converted to Qantas Frequent Flyer Points.

Eligibility criteria, transaction requirements and redemption terms apply.

 

About Prospa

Prospa is a leading fintech committed to unleashing the potential of every small business in Australia and New Zealand. We do this by developing fast, flexible, stress-free lending solutions and financial management tools that help businesses thrive.

At Prospa, we're deeply committed to making a meaningful impact on the small business community and on our people. Since 2012, Prospa has helped over 45,000 small businesses access over $5 billion in business funding, working with over 20,000 partners, including brokers, accountants, and aggregator partners, to help unlock business funding for their small business clients.

In addition to our commitment to supporting SMEs, Prospa has also been recognised for its workplace practices, culture, and values, culminating in our certification as a Great Place to Work in Australia, a Great Place to Work in Technology, and, in 2025, a Great Place to Work for Women.

For more information about Prospa, visit prospa.com

Methodology

All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov. Total sample size was 500 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between 30th July – 13th August 2026. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all Australian business owners and primary decision makers of businesses with fewer than 50 employees (aged 18+).

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Prospa research: Two in three Aussie SMEs want rewards on their bills, yet only 8% are cashing in on supplier payments