Lionel Messi's Hong Kong Friendly Match Tickets Sell Out in Just One Hour

Tickets for the eagerly anticipated friendly football match featuring Lionel Messi’s club Inter Miami against a Hong Kong team have sold out in record time. Released online on Friday, the tickets were snapped up by eager fans within an hour, highlighting the Argentine superstar’s massive appeal.

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Set to be held at the 40,000-capacity Hong Kong Stadium on February 4, the match will see Messi, along with his former Barcelona teammates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, who now play for Inter Miami, facing off against a select Hong Kong XI.

The rush for tickets was intense, with prices ranging from $110 to $625. Fans who logged into the ticketing app on Friday morning faced long queues, and some even encountered error messages due to the overwhelming demand, as seen in screenshots shared on social media. This “traffic overload” issue underscored the high level of excitement for the match.

Michel Lamuniere, chairman and CEO of Tatler Asia, which is involved in staging the game, expressed delight at the fans’ enthusiastic response. The event’s popularity was further emphasized by former Hong Kong football team captain Chan Wai-ho on a radio programme. He noted that the presence of renowned players like Messi could attract even those who don’t usually follow football, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the matches.

David Beckham, Miami co-owner and a football icon who played in Hong Kong in 2003 with Real Madrid, previously remarked on the beauty of the city and its vibrant sports scene. His comments suggest that this match is not just a sporting event but a celebration of Hong Kong’s rich sports culture.