Lionel Messi sits on the bench again! Inter Miami superstar left out of starting XI for Vissel Kobe clash despite fierce backlash after Hong Kong friendly absence
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- Inter Miami taking on Vissel Kobe
- Messi left on bench for friendly
- Superstar struggling with injury