Hong Kong XI vs Inter Miami

2024 - 2 - 4

Hong Kong XI vs Inter Miami: Live Match Updates and Fan Reactions

Hong Kong XI - Inter Miami - Lionel Messi

Catch the latest on the club friendly match between Hong Kong XI and Inter Miami. Learn about the game score, Messi's absence, and fan reactions calling for refunds.

The matchup between Hong Kong XI and Inter Miami stirred excitement as Lionel Messi and Inter Miami faced off against the home team. Despite Messi's absence from the pitch due to injury, Inter Miami managed to secure a 4-1 victory over Hong Kong XI. Fans expressed disappointment at not seeing Messi play, with chants of 'we want Messi' echoing in the stadium and demands for refunds from disgruntled supporters.

The sold-out Hong Kong Stadium set the stage for an intense clash between the two teams, drawing a crowd of 40,000 eager spectators who witnessed Inter Miami's triumph. The match, part of Inter Miami's preseason tour, showcased the team's capabilities and marked a significant event for Hong Kong football enthusiasts.

The absence of Messi, a global football icon, sparked furor among fans and even drew criticism from Hong Kong officials who expressed 'extreme disappointment' over the star player's no-show. The anticipation for Messi's performance heightened expectations and left fans questioning the decision to rest the injured player.

Despite the controversy surrounding Messi's absence, the match provided an opportunity for Inter Miami to showcase their skills and secure a decisive victory over Hong Kong XI. The game's aftermath saw mixed reactions from the audience, with some celebrating Inter Miami's win while others expressed frustration at not witnessing Messi in action.

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Hong Kong XI vs Inter Miami: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time ... (Goal.com)

Where to watch the club friendly match online between Hong Kong XI and Inter Miami, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and more.

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Where to watch Inter Miami vs Hong Kong XI: Live stream, TV ... (Sporting News)

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will hope to turn their putrid 2024 preseason tour around as they travel to Hong Kong for a quick turnaround against a select ...

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Lionel Messi in Hong Kong: Argentina star named as substitute ... (South China Morning Post)

A 40000-strong crowd that includes the city's leader John Lee watch the match after musical performances by Keung To, G.E.M and Gareth T.

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Hong Kong XI - Inter Miami live online: score, stats and updates ... (AS English)

Tata Martino's side are still looking for their first win of preseason 2024. The fitness of Lionel Messi remains a slight issue for the travelling Herons.

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Hong Kong All-Stars vs Inter Miami LIVE Score Updates: Tie and ... (VAVEL.com)

Follow game Hong Kong All-Stars vs Inter Miami live updates coverage, stream information, score and result online, prediction, TV channel, lineups and time ...

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Lionel Messi effect: Inter Miami sells out Hong Kong Stadium for ... (USA TODAY)

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami held a practice in front of a sold-out crowd of 40000 fans at Hong Kong Stadium on Saturday.

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Lionel Messi mania hits Hong Kong as thousands flock to Inter ... (Hong Kong Free Press)

Tens of thousands turned out to see Lionel Messi train with his Inter Miami teammates in HK on Saturday, as "Messi mania" took hold.

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Messi Mania in Hong Kong, but Messi out for game. Suarez ... (Miami Herald)

Lionel Messi, slowed by hamstring injury, was not on roster for Inter Miami vs. Hong Kong XI game. Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, Drake Callender ...

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Lionel Messi misses Inter Miami's preseason match in Hong Kong ... (USA TODAY)

Lionel Messi will not play as Inter Miami plays a preseason match in Hong Kong Stadium on Sunday. Here's how to watch the match and top highlights.

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Inter Miami Cruises Past Hong Kong XI 4-1 Despite Missing Injured ... (U.S. News & World Report)

HONG KONG (AP) — Lionel Messi stayed on the bench for the full 90 minutes on Sunday as Inter Miami defeated a Hong Kong XI 4-1 in the latest stop on the MLS ...

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Inter Miami CF 4-1 Hong Kong League XI (4 Feb, 2024) Game ... (ESPN.co.uk)

Expert recap and game analysis of the Inter Miami CF vs. Hong Kong League XI Club Friendly game from 4 February 2024 on ESPN (UK).

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Inter Miami cruises past Hong Kong XI 4-1 despite missing injured ... (The Associated Press)

Lionel Messi has remained on the bench for the full 90 minutes as Inter Miami defeated a Hong Kong XI 4-1 in the latest stop on the MLS team's preseason ...

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Inter Miami CF 4-1 Hong Kong League XI (Feb 4, 2024) Game ... (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the Inter Miami CF vs. Hong Kong League XI Club Friendly game from February 4, 2024 on ESPN.

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Fans unhappy at not seeing injured Messi play as Inter Miami ... (KTRK-TV)

Soccer fans called for refunds after Lionel Messi stayed on the bench while Inter Miami beat Hong Kong XI during the MLS team's preseason Asian tour.

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Fans unhappy at not seeing injured Messi play as Inter Miami ... (KABC-TV)

Soccer fans called for refunds after Lionel Messi stayed on the bench while Inter Miami beat Hong Kong XI during the MLS team's preseason Asian tour.

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Why Hong Kong Is Mad Over Messi (TIME)

The player's absence from the pitch during a highly-anticipated exhibition match has sparked furor from fans as well as the Hong Kong government.

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Hong Kong officials 'owed explanation' as Inter Miami rest injured ... (The Guardian)

Hong Kong's government have spoken of their 'extreme disappointment' after an injured Lionel Messi failed to appear in a sold-out friendly.

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Hong Kong fans boo Inter Miami, demand refund as Messi sits out ... (Aljazeera.com)

Chants of 'we want Messi' rose around the stadium while disappointed fans said they felt cheated by the organisers.

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