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Lionel Messi on international tour with Inter Miami (Source: Twitter)
In an exciting development for football enthusiasts, Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have set their sights on Hong Kong for their first international tour. This aims to provide fans with a thrilling preseason spectacle ahead of the 2024 Major League Soccer campaign. The eagerly anticipated match is scheduled for February 4, where Messi and his teammates will square off against a formidable team comprising top players from the First Division league in Hong Kong.
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Inter Miami's co-owner and football legend, David Beckham, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming international clash, highlighting the allure of Hong Kong as a host city. "Hong Kong is a beautiful city with a great sports scene," said Beckham.
He also conveyed his delight at bringing Inter Miami to this vibrant metropolis. Beckham, with his extensive experience in Asia throughout his illustrious career, expressed his pleasure in choosing Hong Kong as the destination for their first international tour match.
The stage for this landmark encounter is set at the impressive Hong Kong Stadium, boasting a capacity of 40,000 spectators. The choice of venue underscores the global appeal of both Lionel Messi and Inter Miami, as football fans in Hong Kong eagerly await the chance to witness these football titans in action.
Inter Miami is set to play in El Salvador too!
This announcement follows Inter Miami's earlier revelation of their intention to play in El Salvador on January 19, showcasing their commitment to a diverse and expansive preseason preparation. While the team had initial plans for a two-game trip to China last month, those plans encountered unforeseen challenges and were subsequently abandoned.
In a statement, Inter Miami assured fans that additional preseason matches and destinations would be disclosed in the coming weeks, heightening anticipation for what promises to be an engaging and action-packed lead-up to the 2024 MLS campaign.
With the prospect of witnessing Lionel Messi in an Inter Miami jersey on the international stage, football aficionados around the world eagerly await further details about the team's preseason itinerary and the exciting matchups that lie ahead.