Lionel Messi’s India Visit: Full Itinerary, Venues, Events, And Ticket Prices Revealed

Published: Sunday, August 3, 2025, 8:58 [IST]

Football legend Lionel Messi is all set to make a much-anticipated return to India this December, with Kolkata as the first stop in his whirlwind tour that will also take him to Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi. If all goes according to plan, Messi's journey will conclude with a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

According to sources quoted by PTI, preparations for the visit are complete, including the booking of Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. However, an official confirmation from Messi is still awaited. "Everything has been finalised, and we are now just waiting for an announcement on Messi's social media, which is expected soon," a source said.

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Lionel Messi is scheduled to return to India in December, commencing in Kolkata with events planned for Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi, potentially culminating in a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His tour involves meet-and-greets, concerts, and a 70-foot statue unveiling in Kolkata, with stops at the Adani Foundation, Cricket Club of India, and Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium.

Lionel Messi s India Visit Full Itinerary Venues Events And Ticket Prices Revealed

Kolkata to Host Messi's Longest Stop

Messi is expected to land in Kolkata around 10 PM on December 12 and will stay in the city for two days and one night - the longest stop on his Indian itinerary.

December 13 Schedule - Kolkata:
The day will begin at 9 AM with a meet-and-greet session, followed by the unveiling of a 70-foot statue of Messi at Lake Town Sribhumi on VIP Road. Organisers claim this will be the tallest and first-ever statue of the World Cup winner anywhere in the world.

Following the statue event, Messi will proceed to Eden Gardens, where the GOAT Concert and GOAT Cup will be held between 12 noon and 1:30 PM. The GOAT Cup will feature a friendly seven-a-side soft-ball game, with Messi joining Indian sports and entertainment icons like Sourav Ganguly, Leander Paes, John Abraham, and Bhaichung Bhutia.

"This is a celebration of Messi's legacy - a masterclass and exhibition match. It's not competitive but symbolic," the source clarified.

The Eden Gardens event will be ticketed, and organisers expect a full-capacity crowd of 68,000. Ticket prices are yet to be finalised but are expected to start from around ₹3,500. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is also expected to felicitate Messi during this event.

Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Delhi Events

December 13 (Evening) - Ahmedabad:
After the Kolkata event, Messi will fly to Ahmedabad to attend a private event hosted by the Adani Foundation at their Shantigram headquarters.

December 14 - Mumbai:
Messi will arrive in Mumbai for a meet-and-greet at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) at 3:45 PM, followed by the GOAT Concert and GOAT Cup at Wankhede Stadium starting at 5:30 PM. The event will include soft-touch, non-competitive football - not cricket, as falsely speculated in media reports. The source confirmed Messi will not participate in any cricket match with MS Dhoni or Virat Kohli.

Plans are also in place for Messi to meet and interact with members of the Indian football team, including captain Sunil Chhetri, depending on availability.

Delhi Finale and Meeting with PM Modi

December 15 - New Delhi:
Messi will wrap up his Indian tour with a visit to New Delhi, where he is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, followed by a GOAT Concert and GOAT Cup at Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium at 2:15 PM.

In every city, Messi will conduct a special "masterclass" with children - brief sessions aimed at inspiring young footballers. "Each centre will have Messi spending 30 to 40 minutes with kids to share his experience and motivate them," the source said.

No Stop in Kerala
Despite earlier speculation, the source confirmed that there will be no event in Kerala during Messi's India visit.

Messi is expected to travel with a sizeable entourage, possibly including fellow footballers, though details remain undisclosed.

Messi's 2011 Visit Recalled

Messi's last visit to India was in 2011, when he played an international friendly against Venezuela at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. His arrival triggered "Messi mania," with fans flooding the airport and stadium.