Get ready, India! The stage is set for a monumental sporting and cultural spectacle as football icon Lionel Messi touches down for the much-anticipated GOAT India Tour 2025. This three-day extravaganza, running from December 13 to December 15, will electrify four major cities—Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi—and promises to be an unmissable event for fans across the nation.
🌟 A Star-Studded Entourage and Itinerary
Messi, arguably the greatest footballer of all time, will not be travelling alone. He will be joined by his long-time compatriot and former teammate, the legendary Luis Suárez, and the dynamic Rodrigo De Paul, a pivotal architect of Argentina’s glorious FIFA World Cup 2022 triumph.
The tour is meticulously crafted to blend high-profile public appearances, immersive cultural events, and thrilling celebrity football exhibitions across premier venues, ensuring a dynamic experience in every city. Select events will also be available for live streaming, bringing the action directly to fans in India.
| Date | City | Key Events | Venue Highlights |
| Dec-13 | Kolkata | Meet-and-Greet, Virtual Unveiling of 70-foot Messi Statue | Salt Lake Stadium, Sreebhumi Sporting Club |
| Dec-13 | Hyderabad | Special Engagement/Match Appearance (Evening) | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium |
| Dec-14 | Mumbai | Padel GOAT Cup, Celebrity Football Match, Charity Fashion Show | Brabourne Stadium |
| Dec-15 | New Delhi | Tour Finale, Celebrity Football Exhibition | National Capital Venue |
⚽ Kolkata Kicks Off the Celebration
The tour launches on December 13 in Kolkata, a city with a deep connection to the Argentinian maestro, who last played here in 2011. Messi will host an exclusive meet-and-greet session and participate in the virtual unveiling of a staggering 70-foot Lionel Messi statue at the Sreebhumi Sporting Club in Lake Town—a powerful testament to his global impact.
The iconic Salt Lake Stadium, the site of Argentina’s 1-0 victory over Venezuela 14 years ago, will host concerts and special celebratory events throughout the day.
🎬 Sports, Cinema, and Charity in Mumbai
December 14 sees the tour arrive in Mumbai. The day is packed with unique engagements, starting with the Padel GOAT Cup at the historic Brabourne Stadium. This will be followed by a sensational celebrity football match featuring top Bollywood stars.
Messi’s itinerary also includes a charity fashion show, an exclusive auction of his 2022 World Cup memorabilia, and a vibrant Spanish musical evening co-hosted by Luis Suárez.
🤝 The Fusion of Legends
The tour is set to be a spectacular fusion of global sports and Indian celebrity power. Among the prominent figures expected to join Messi are former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly, Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, particularly at the padel event.
🏆 The Enduring Legacy
At 38, Lionel Messi—an Olympic gold medalist from Beijing 2008—remains one of the most influential and captivating figures in world football. The GOAT India Tour isn’t just a visit; it’s a celebration of a historic career and a golden opportunity for Indian fans to witness a living legend up close.
This is more than a tour; it’s a moment in history. Don’t miss the chance to witness the magic of Messi and his team in person or via the live stream.