Messi was not clearly visible, as he was surrounded by organizers and security personnel. The expected penalty shootout did not take place, leaving fans angry and emotionally drained.
Messi and his Inter Miami teammates Luis Suarez and Rodrigo de Paul earlier watched an exhibition match in which Chief Minister Revanth Reddy scored a goal.
Chaos erupted at the stadium after spectators, who had paid hefty sums to see Argentine football icon Lionel Messi, protested after being unable to catch a clear glimpse of the legend.