This live blog provides an account of Lionel Messi’s highly anticipated appearance in Hong Kong, which unfortunately ended in disappointment for fans. Despite the excitement surrounding the event, Messi was unable to play due to a hamstring injury, leaving many spectators disgruntled and demanding refunds. The situation escalated further when David Beckham, co-owner of Inter Miami, attempted to address the crowd but was met with booing and chants of “refund”.
Known as one of the greatest football players of all time, Messi attracted tens of thousands of fans who eagerly awaited his presence in Hong Kong. On the previous day, a large crowd gathered just to watch Messi stretch during an open training session. However, their hopes of witnessing him in action were dashed as the 36-year-old remained on the sidelines as an unused substitute due to his injury.
Prior to the disappointment, the atmosphere at the Hong Kong Stadium was vibrant, with local stars G.E.M, Gareth T, and Mirror member Keung To entertaining the crowd. Among the spectators was John Lee, the city’s leader, adding to the anticipation and excitement surrounding the event.
Despite the initial enthusiasm, the mood quickly soured when it became apparent that Messi would not be playing. Disgruntled fans directed their frustration towards the visiting team and David Beckham, who co-owns Inter Miami. The crowd erupted in boos and began chanting “refund”, expressing their dissatisfaction at not being able to witness Messi in action.
After the match, Beckham attempted to address the disappointed crowd. However, his speech was drowned out by the continuous booing, with many spectators choosing to leave the stadium in frustration. The combination of Messi’s absence and the negative reaction towards Beckham created a tense and unpleasant atmosphere.
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In conclusion, Lionel Messi’s highly anticipated appearance in Hong Kong turned into a disappointment for fans. His absence from the match due to injury led to a wave of discontent among spectators, who demanded refunds. David Beckham, co-owner of Inter Miami, faced backlash as he attempted to address the crowd, only to be met with booing and chants of “refund”. The event, which initially held great promise, ended on a sour note, leaving fans and organizers disappointed.
