Lionel Messi, the star player for Inter Miami, captivated Tokyo fans by participating in a friendly match for 30 minutes, just days after his unexpected absence in a similar game had sparked anger in Hong Kong.
In the goalless draw against Vissel Kobe, Messi came off the bench, impressing the crowd with his skills, although his team eventually lost 4-3 in penalties. The decision to include Messi in the game was made on Tuesday afternoon, as confirmed by Miami coach Gerardo Martino.
Despite starting on the bench, Messi's entrance around the hour mark ignited the crowd, and his impactful moments, including a solo dribble into the Kobe box, left fans in awe. Many spectators expressed their joy at witnessing Messi's performance, describing it as extraordinary and acknowledging the transformative effect he had on the game. /BGNES
