In the Hong Kong League Cup match, North District hosted Southern District and edged a 2-1 victory. Both sides opened their scoring in the second half, with the decisive goal arriving in the 91st minute.

Southern District enjoyed more possession (59 % to 41 %), but North District proved more clinical in front of goal. Both teams earned three corners, yet North District collected five yellow cards while their opponents received none. The number of dangerous attacks was nearly identical—36 for the hosts and 37 for the visitors.