Messi held up by immigration authorities in Beijing

Lionel Messi, the legendary footballer, encountered a travel mishap while en route to Taiwan to lead the Argentina national team in their friendly match against Australia. The incident occurred at Beijing airport, where Messi was alleged to have mistakenly presented the wrong passport upon arrival in China.

According to Asian Video, the 35-year-old athlete unintentionally used his Spanish passport instead of his Argentine document, which would have facilitated his passage through Chinese immigration.

Accompanied by his international teammates Angel di Maria and Rodrigo De Paul, as well as several bodyguards, Messi was halted by immigration authorities.

Upon realizing the mistake, Messi was briefly detained before being released. Authorities clarified the situation, explaining to him that he had presented the incorrect passport. Thankfully, the situation was resolved, and Messi was able to continue his journey without further complications.

After the incident, the airport returned to normal, and fans eagerly awaited the arrival of their beloved superstar. Messi’s presence had sparked excitement, and supporters were eager to catch a glimpse of him as he made his way through the arrival section.

In recent news, Messi surprised the football world by announcing his upcoming move to Inter Miami this summer.

Speculation had been rife about his future, with many anticipating a return to Barcelona for a second stint at Camp Nou or a potential move to the Saudi Pro League. However, the midfielder opted for a fresh challenge in Major League Soccer (MLS) by choosing to join Inter Miami.

While the travel hiccup in Beijing briefly caused a disruption, Messi’s journey continued, and he is expected to fulfill his role as the captain of the Argentina national team in their friendly match against Australia.

Fans and football enthusiasts around the world will be eagerly awaiting his performance and the outcome of the match as Messi continues to make headlines with his career choices and achievements.