One of the legends of the game, footballer Lionel Messi on Thursday, October 2 confirmed his tour of India. With speculations of Messi coming to India hitting the roof, the Indian football fans received
a massive boast when Messi confirmed his visit to India, scheduled for later this year.
Although, the Argentina Football Association (AFA) in August 2025 confirmed the 2022 FIFA World Cup champions visit to India for FIFA Friendlies, the legend himself took to social media to assure his participation. Notably, Messi tour of India will mark his return to the country for the first time after 14 years.
Messi’s GOAT Tour of India 2025 to kick off in Kolkata on December 13
The 38-year-old took to Instagram to confirm his tour with the caption reading, “I’m truly excited to be visiting such a beautiful country as India this December. It will be a pleasure to attend concerts, youth football clinics, a paddle cup and launch charitable initiatives during events at iconic stadiums in Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, and maybe one more city…these tickets will be available exclusively on the District app. It will also be an honour to be able to interact and meet with India’s biggest stars and top dignitaries.”
However, in a statement, Messi stated, “It is such an honour for me to make this trip. India is a very special country, and I have good memories from my time there 14 years ago - the fans were fantastic. India is a passionate football nation, and I look forward to meeting a new generation of fans while sharing the love I have for this beautiful game.”
With the tour scheduled to begin from December 13 in Kolkata, it features concerts, GOAT Cup and several other events where Messi will share the field with Indian sports icons like Sourav Ganguly, Bhaichung Bhutia, Leander Peas and others. If reports are to be believed, Messi will also participate in the “Padel GOAT Cup”, where he will potentially star alongside Shah Rukh Khan, Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni and others.
