How do you describe a wealthy city long overdue for a big win and some good cheer? Gullible?

Argentinian soccer player Lionel Messi got a superstar’s welcome in Hong Kong at the weekend, but stayed on the sidelines throughout the friendly match between Inter Miami and a local team, disappointing fans who had paid as much as HK$4,880 ($624) a ticket. The audience booed and some demanded a refund, while the government said it might deduct its sponsorship of the event. The organizers had been promised HK$15 million in matching funds and HK$1 million in venue grants.

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Messi Gets a Free Kick Out of Hong Kong, Too

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05.02.2024

How do you describe a wealthy city long overdue for a big win and some good cheer? Gullible?

Argentinian soccer player Lionel Messi got a........

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