Controversy over Lionel Messi’s absence in Hong Kong friendly sparks protest – Hong Kong Government seeks explanation from Inter Miami

2024-02-08 11:28:00

The Hong Kong government has sought an explanation from the MLS club Inter Miami regarding the fact that Messi did not play in the friendly match in Hong Kong. On February 4th, Messi was absent from Inter Miami’s match against Hong Kong XI due to injury. But three days later, Messi played for Inter Miami against the Japanese club. With this, there was a big protest against Messi.

Messi withdrew from the match against Hong Kong XI, disappointing those who came to see the game by paying ticket prices of up to ten thousand rupees. The Hong Kong Ministry of Sports responded that they, like the fans, were disappointed by Messi’s absence. Three days later, Messi was seen playing very freely in Japan. The Hong Kong Ministry of Sports responded that the organizers and teams can clarify the reason for this.

Since Messi did not reach the field, the fans are clamoring for the ticket money to be refunded. Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino stated that Messi did not play due to fitness problems. Messi also apologized for not being able to play in Hong Kong.

I regret not being able to play the friendly match in Hong Kong due to injury. “Hopefully we can come here another day and play,” Messi said. But fans in Hong Kong are not ready to accept Messi’s apology. Fans criticize that Messi’s double face is clear here.

Hong Kong government seek explanation from Inter Miami