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Lionel Messi & David Beckham booed by angry fans in Hong Kong – with Inter Miami sparking refund requests after leaving Argentine superstar on the bench

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The vast <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/inter-miami-get-there-in-the-end-lionel-messi-watches-on-as-herons-beat-spirited-hong-kong-xi-in-pre-season-friendly/bltb6c04eb564e68006" target="_blank">majority of those in attendance</a> had turned up hoping to catch a glimpse of eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi in action. Tickets had been changing hands for upwards of $125, with the <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/locura-por-messi-el-amistoso-entre-inter-miami-y-hong-kong-se-agota-en-menos-de-60-minutos-a-pesar-de-que-la-entra-mas-barata-cuesta-113-dolares/blt5ff2782d12677eb8" target="_blank">game selling out within an hour</a> back in December.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Messi <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/explained-why-lionel-messi-luis-suarez-didnt-play-inter-miami-hong-kong/blt0922bfb8d9a2545d" target="_blank">remained rooted to the bench throughout a 4-1 win for Inter Miami</a>, alongside former Barcelona team-mate Luis Suarez, and chants of “we want Messi” rang out during the second half. Frustration turned to anger at the final whistle, as jeers rained down from the stands.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Inter Miami co-owner Beckham was drowned out by boos when trying to thank those inside the stadium “for their incredible support”, with thumbs-down gestures also aimed in the Manchester United legend’s direction. Supporters began to chant for refunds once it became apparent that Messi would not be taking to the field.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Hong Kong government said in a statement: “Regarding Messi not playing the match today, the Government, as well as all football fans, are extremely disappointed about the organiser’s arrangement. The organiser owes all football fans an explanation.”

WHAT HONG KONG GOVERNMENT SAID

Fans went wild for Messi and Inter Miami following their arrival in the Far East, as the Argentine’s <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/video-lionel-messi-mania-fans-wild-inter-miami-hong-kong-ship-sail-pink-replica-shirts-selling-out/blt8d91726277f0d5b0" target="_blank">face was plastered across billboards and a ship’s sails</a>. Replica jerseys flew off the shelves at a record rate, but the 2022 World Cup winner is now moving on to Japan for a meeting with Vissel Kobe.

WHAT NEXT FOR MESSI?

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Lionel Messi and David Beckham were subjected to boos following Inter Miami’s latest friendly, with angry fans in Hong Kong demanding a refund.

Lionel Messi &amp; David Beckham booed by angry fans in Hong Kong – with Inter Miami sparking refund requests after leaving Argentine superstar on the bench

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