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Star footballer Lionel Messi was detained by Chinese authorities at Beijing Airport on June 10 following passport related misunderstanding.
Messi reached China to play a scheduled match against Australia at the Workers Stadium on June 15th.
According to some reports, as soon as Messi reached China to lead Argentina in a much-awaited match against Australia, he found himself in trouble with the Chinese Border Police.
The reported issue revolved around his visa, as Messi was holding a Spanish passport instead of his Argentine passport without a valid Chinese visa.
The matter lasted for around 30 minutes and was later resolved permitting Messi to continue his journey beyond the airport.
Argentina is looking forward to riding their world cup highs against Australia on June 15. Thereafter they will leave for Indonesia, where they will play against them on June 19.
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