By Matt Hardy Lionel Messi’s absence from an Inter Miami pre-season friendly in Hong Kong has sparked backlash from the government. Miami rested the Argentinian World Cup winner due to a hamstring injury, meaning he missed his side’s 4-1 victory over a Hong Kong XI in front of over 38,000 people. But fans in the stadium booed the Major League Soccer side and demanded refunds due to Messi’s no show. It has prompted calls from the government for an explanation to be given. “Regarding Messi not playing the match, the government, as well as all football fans, are extremely disappointed about the o…