China News Service, February 5. According to Hong Kong's "Dian News", Inter Miami played a friendly match with the Hong Kong team at the Hong Kong Stadium on the 4th. The well-known star Messi, who has attracted much attention from fans, did not appear, causing dissatisfaction among fans. The SAR Government Vocal expression of extreme disappointment. Hong Kong SAR Legislative Council member Fok Kai-kung also issued a statement, expressing great disappointment with the arrangement of the organizer Tatler, and believed that Tatler and the Miami International team need to apologize and explain to the people of Hong Kong.
The picture shows Messi (fourth from left in the back) and Suarez (third from left in the back) watching the game on the bench. Photo by China News Service reporter Hou Yu
Fok Qigang pointed out that in the past period of time, Tatler has been using the "football king" Messi as a solicitation, and has used overwhelming publicity to attract the eager anticipation of citizens and fans, and the tickets have been sold out in an instant. By the time of the game on the 4th, a large number of citizens arrived near the Hong Kong Stadium four hours in advance to prepare for the game, hoping to catch a glimpse of Messi. He believes that Tatler and the International Miami team need to apologize and explain to all Hong Kong citizens.
The picture shows Inter Miami player Busquets (in pink, first from left) during the game. Photo by China News Service reporter Hou Yu
The SAR government issued a statement stating that this event was awarded the "M" brand recognition by the Government's Major Sports Events Commission (i.e. it received financial support or logistical support from the Hong Kong SAR government), and received matching grants and venue subsidies totaling approximately 16 million. Hong Kong dollar.
The picture shows Messi (front) walking out of the tunnel before the game. Photo by China News Service reporter Hou Yu
Fok Qigang expressed his support for the SAR government to follow up with the organizer according to the terms of the agreement, including deducting sponsorship funds as punishment. He hoped that when organizing activities in the future, especially projects funded by the government, they must ensure the quality of the activities and meet the expectations of the public.
The picture shows Inter Miami president Beckham walking around the field to apologize to the fans after the game. Photo by China News Service reporter Hou Yu
Fok Qigang continued to point out that the Inter Miami team received sky-high remuneration to visit Hong Kong. Although Messi was unable to play, the team did not increase interaction with the public in other ways to respond to and meet the public's expectations and support. This is to the fans and Hong Kong citizens. There is a lack of respect and an unacceptable attitude.