The Argentine football ꜱеnꜱation is currently in the Far East as part of the Herons’ extensive pre-season tour. However, Messi’s playing time has been restricted due to a recent ιnjᴜry. In a friendly match against Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, he was only on the field for seven minutes, and notably, his perennial гιᴠal Cristiano Ronaldo did not participate in the game.

Hong Kong fans were anticipating the return of the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner to the field as he visited their region. However, both Messi and Luis Suarez remained unused substitutes in a match that Inter Miami won 4-1.

The spectators in the stadium, who had promptly purchased costly tickets, expressed their frustration at not witnessing Messi play on the field. Those outside the venue had even greater reasons to feel Ԁιꜱappointed, as some had gone to the extent of climbing a nearby mountain in hopes of catching a glimpse of the legendary player.

Following their current stint in Asia, Inter Miami is scheduled for a match against the Japanese team Vissel Kobe on Wednesday. Subsequently, the team will return to the United States for a home match against Newell’s Old Boys, marking the commencement of the 2024 MLS campaign on February 21.