The HKIC football team was invited to participate in the 2025 Lunar New Year Cup organised by China State Construction Engineering Corporation on 9 February and 9 March 2025. Ir Prof. Thomas HO, Chairman of the CIC, was present to show his support and officiated at the kick-off ceremony. In the playoff for third place, the team competed against the Hong Kong Police Football Team. After an intense battle, the team ultimately lost 0:2 but still secured fourth place and the Best Sportsmanship Award.

If Prof. Thomas HO mentioned that the opposing team demonstrated superior skill, but he was proud of the HKIC team's teamwork and determination. He also expressed his satisfaction that the competition was successfully held. The HKIC team exemplified HKIC’s commitment to promoting a sports culture, enabling students to achieve whole person development.