Why China and Hong Kong turned on Messi
The Athletic FC Podcast
02/15/24
•47m
About
Comments
Featured In
Lionel Messi’s move to Inter Miami appeared to be a marketing dream for all concerned, that was before their pre-season tour of Asia.
After playing just seven minutes in Saudi Arabia and missing a ‘last dance’ with Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi failed to feature in Hong Kong with the fallout still rumbling on.
So why has Messi’s no-show caused geo-political tensions to rise and is the GOAT in danger of becoming a show pony in the final stages of his illustrious career?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Paul Tenorio to analyse the episode as well as dissect the wider impact on the growth of MLS.
Produced by Guy Clarke
Additional Production by Mike Stavrou
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Further reading:
‘A thuggish flamingo’: Why China turned on Lionel Messi - The Athletic
Hong Kong uproar, Messi injured and just one win: Inside Inter Miami’s Asian tour - The Athletic
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Previous Episode
Can West Ham do better than Moyes?
February 14, 2024
•35m
West Ham’s 6-0 defeat to Arsenal last weekend was the club’s worst home defeat in over 60 years... and the fans voted with their feet.
Wins over Man United and Arsenal in December had seen supporters unite behind David Moyes.
But a poor run of results have swiftly soured the mood at the London Stadium.
So.. will Moyes bid farewell to the Hammers when his contract expires this summer, or can he turn things around?
And what do West Ham’s owners - and more importantly the fans - really want for the club?
Produced by Mike Stavrou
Additional production: Jay Beale
Executive producer: Adey Moorhead
Further reading:
https://theathletic.com/5267036/2024/02/12/west-ham-david-moyes/?source=audio_podcast_podcastID_144_
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Next Episode
Weekend Preview: Can returning Palmer derail City's title charge?
February 16, 2024
•43m
Michael Bailey and co breakdown matchweek 25 of the Premier League.
The headline clash is Saturday's late game between Manchester City and Chelsea. The last meeting was a 4-4 classic, but can Chelsea take anything away this time?
Elsewhere Luton host in-form Manchester United, who are going for their 5th win in a row, while Arsenal and Liverpool travel to Burnley and Brentford respectively hoping to keep pace at the top.
Host: Michael Bailey
Guests: Tim Spiers, Nick Miller, JJ Bull
Producer: John Rogers
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you like this episode you’ll love
Promoted