Hong Kong XI vs Inter Miami

Lionel Messi's Spectacle in Hong Kong: Inter Miami Victorious Despite Fans' Disappointment

Lionel Messi was a substitute in the match where Inter Miami triumphed over Hong Kong XI. Fans expressed discontent at his absence.

In a showdown between Hong Kong XI and Inter Miami, Lionel Messi, despite being named a substitute, did not take the field, leaving fans disheartened. The 40000-strong crowd, graced by the presence of the city's leader John Lee, witnessed musical performances by Keung To, G.E.M, and Gareth T before the game commenced. Inter Miami's victory of 4-1 over Hong Kong XI in the MLS team's preseason Asian tour sparked controversy as disappointed soccer enthusiasts demanded refunds for not witnessing Messi in action. Despite Messi remaining on the bench for the entire match, Inter Miami displayed dominance on the field, outplaying their opponents. The absence of Messi, who was sidelined due to injury, stirred up mixed emotions among spectators, overshadowing the game's outcome. Tata Martino's squad is still in search of their first preseason win, with uncertainties surrounding Messi's fitness lingering as a concern for the team. Despite the excitement surrounding Messi's presence in Hong Kong, the match highlighted Inter Miami's prowess as they cruised to victory despite the absence of the legendary player.