Messi's No-Show Sparks Outrage, Leads to Canceled Argentina Friendlies in China

Lionel Messi's absence from a Hong Kong match triggers backlash, resulting in the cancellation of Argentina's scheduled friendlies in mainland China.

Lionel Messi's failure to play in a Hong Kong exhibition match with Inter Miami leads to widespread disappointment and anger among fans.
China cancels scheduled Argentina friendlies against Nigeria and Ivory Coast in response to Messi's no-show.
Organizers of the Hong Kong match, Tatler Asia, announce a 50% refund to ticket holders, facing significant financial losses.
Messi cites a groin injury for his absence in Hong Kong but plays in a subsequent match in Japan, intensifying criticism.
The controversy surrounding Messi's no-show extends beyond sports, with speculation about political motives and calls for boycotts.