Lionel Messi’s India tour: Argentine football legend and World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi has provided an important update regarding his India tour. Messi confirmed that his highly anticipated “GOAT Tour of India 2025” will now span four cities, including Hyderabad. With this change, Hyderabad will now be the fourth and final destination of Messi’s tour.
Messi’s tour begins in Kolkata
Lionel Messi will be welcomed to India first in Kolkata, where his tour will begin. He will then arrive in Hyderabad, where several exciting events will be held. He will then travel to Mumbai and finally conclude his tour in New Delhi.
Messi shared this good news with his fans via social media, writing, “India, thank you for your love! The GOAT Tour is starting in a few weeks. I’m happy that Hyderabad has been included in my tour. India, see you soon!”
New schedule after Kochi match cancellation
Initially, a friendly match was scheduled to be held in Kochi during Messi’s India tour, but the schedule was changed after the Kerala Sports Minister canceled the match. Hyderabad has now been added to the tour, further exciting Messi fans.
What will be special in Hyderabad?
Messi’s Hyderabad visit will feature several exciting events, including a celebrity football match, a football clinic, a masterclass, and a concert. Additionally, a felicitation ceremony for Messi will be held, giving fans a special opportunity to meet their hero.
Organizer Satadru Dutta confirmed that the event will be held at either the Gachibowli Stadium or the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
Full GOAT ( Lionel Messi) Tour Schedule
- December 13: Kolkata
- December 13 (evening): Hyderabad
- December 14: Mumbai
- December 15: New Delhi
Messi’s India tour has generated tremendous excitement among fans, and Hyderabad’s inclusion in the tour makes it even more special.