The presence of Lionel Messi in Beijing for the friendly that the Argentine National Team will play on Thursday 15 against Australia aroused the interest of thousands of local fans to see the captain of the world champion.
Consequently, the Beijing police organized an operation against a scam that promises a night with Messi in exchange for 300,000 yuan, about 39,000 euros.
Among the most suspicious offers online are the opportunity to obtain a permit to enter the stadium in exchange for 5,000 yuan (650 euros) and a “VIP package” that includes an autographed shirt, a front row seat and a photo with Messi for more of 8,000 yuan (1,040 euros).
Far bolder is the promise that Messi will appear with a live message via streaming to promote a company’s product in exchange for 50 million yuan (6.5 million euros).
Messi arrived in Beijing the day before, where Argentina will face Australia at the Workers Stadium in Beijing, which has a capacity for 68,000 people after a recent renovation.
Tickets for the friendly, which reached a maximum cost of 4,800 yuan (620 euros), sold out in a few hours, but can now be purchased on the Taobao platform for 18,000 yuan (2,350 euros). despite the fact that to enter the stadium you have to present a certificate and an identity document.
Source: Ambito
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