Published 09:42 IST, February 20th 2024
Lionel Messi clarifies on not playing at Hong Kong game, insists no 'political motives' over absence
Lionel Messi released a video on social media to clarify why he did not participate in an exhibition match, in another attempt to appease Chinese supporters.
![Lionel Messi](https://img.republicworld.com/tr:w-800,h-450,q-75,f-auto/rimages/download-2024-02-20T093639.767-170840234336716_9.webp)
Lionel Messi looks on from the bench during the friendly football match between Hong Kong XI and Inter Miami CF at the Hong Kong Stadium | Image:
AP
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09:42 IST, February 20th 2024