Lionel Messi in India: Hyderabad Full Schedule, List of Events, Celebrities, Activities

Lionel Messi's historic India tour from December 13-15, 2025, is set to ignite football fever across four vibrant cities: Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, fresh

off World Cup glory, arrives as the ultimate GOAT, blending exhibition matches, celebrity showdowns, and grassroots clinics to inspire millions in a cricket-dominated nation.

Kolkata kicks off with a Salt Lake Stadium spectacle, Shah Rukh Khan cameo, and statue unveiling alongside Sourav Ganguly. Hyderabad hosts a thrilling 7-a-side clash with Rodrigo De Paul, Luis Suarez, and CM Revanth Reddy. Mumbai fuses cricket-football magic at Wankhede with MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, and a charity auction of Messi's memorabilia. Delhi's grand finale features PM Narendra Modi, Virat Kohli, and a clinic at Arun Jaitley Stadium.

The City of Nizams will be Messi's second destination of the tour, as this is also the only Southern City to feature in this cross-country journey of the Argentine star.

After a swift flight from Kolkata, Lionel Messi lands in Hyderabad at 4 PM on December 13, transforming the City of Nizams into a football hotspot. Fans clad in Argentina jerseys flood the streets as Messi heads straight to the opulent Taj Falaknuma Palace. This evening promises non-stop action with international stars, local flair, and a Telangana twist.

Lionel Messi Hyderabad Schedule

Arrival & Taj Falaknuma Welcome (4 PM-4:30 PM): Messi settles in at the heritage palace for a brief royal reception amid Hyderabad's legendary hospitality.

7-a-Side Exhibition Match (7:15-9:15 PM): High-octane action at a premier venue, showcasing Messi's magic in a fast-paced format.

Celebrity Match (7:50 PM): Overlaps with the exhibition, featuring Bollywood and Tollywood stars battling it out alongside the GOAT.

Adding star power, Messi runs a special football clinic with Argentina teammates Rodrigo De Paul and Luis Suarez, plus Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. Young players get masterclasses in dribbling, passing, and finishing from the world's best.