Lionel Messi: GOAT India Tour 2025 Ready to Treat Fans, Here's the Schedule

The GOAT India Tour 2025 will kick off on December 13 in Kolkata and Hyderabad, continue to Mumbai on December 14, and conclude in New Delhi on December 15.

This packed schedule is designed to ensure Messi can interact with fans across the region.

Messi arrived in Kolkata early Saturday morning, December 13, at approximately 2:26 a.m. local time, to a euphoric welcome.

Despite tight security, thousands of fans still thronged the airport and hotels, hoping to catch a glimpse of their idol.

The arrival of Messi, along with Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul, further heightened the atmosphere.

The Indian public's enthusiasm for Lionel Messi is undeniable.

Since his first visit in 2011, Messi has left a lasting impression.

Messi hasn’t stopped smiling since he landed in India – a smile that shows gratitude, humility, and love.🇦🇷 x 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/1gy2i0I6zO

— Barça Worldwide (@BarcaWorldwide) December 13, 2025

In Kolkata, the first day of Messi's tour was filled with significant activities.

After a morning meet-and-greet session, Messi virtually inaugurated a 21-meter-tall statue of himself at the Sreebhumi Sporting Club.

This iron statue, depicting Messi lifting the World Cup, has become a symbol of pride for the city.

The Salt Lake Stadium (Yuva Bharati Krirangan) was the next hub of activity, with Messi arriving at around 10:50 a.m.

The event was attended by A-list celebrities such as Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, and former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly.

In addition, an exhibition match between the "Mohun Bagan 'Messi' All Stars" and the "Diamond Harbour 'Messi' All Stars" teams was held, as well as a "Master Class with Messi" for young footballers.

A "Hola Messi" fan zone featuring a life-size replica of Messi also enlivened the atmosphere.

A new statue of Lionel Messi has been built in Kolkata, India, estimated to stand around 70 feet tall, featuring Messi holding the World Cup trophy 😳 🏆 (via sporzavoetbal/TT) pic.twitter.com/J86SJ93IxY

— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) December 12, 2025

After Kolkata, Messi continued his journey to Hyderabad on the afternoon of December 13.

The main event took place in the evening at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

Messi's arrival at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport was also greeted by enthusiastic fans.

One of the highlights in Hyderabad was a 7v7 match involving Messi and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy.

The event also included a football clinic session aimed at children, providing a valuable opportunity for them to learn directly from the legend.

The evening in Hyderabad was further enlivened by a music concert and an awards ceremony.

On December 14, Messi will be in Mumbai for the Padel GOAT Cup, held at either Brabourne Stadium or Wankhede.

Messi, Suárez, and De Paul will also participate in a charity fashion event in Mumbai, demonstrating their commitment to social causes.

The presence of celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan and Sachin Tendulkar is expected to add to the excitement, although MS Dhoni's presence remains uncertain.

The tour will conclude in New Delhi on December 15, with a key event scheduled for Messi's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Arun Jaitley Stadium will host the GOAT Concert, the GOAT Cup, a major football clinic, and a 9v9 celebrity football match.

An awards ceremony for the Minerva Academy team will also be held.

Tickets for the GOAT India Tour 2025 are available through District's online platform, with prices varying by city.

Ticket prices start at ₹4,366 in Kolkata, ₹2,250 in Hyderabad, ₹7,080 in Mumbai, and ₹4,720 in New Delhi.

Prices in Mumbai are higher due to the additional appearances of Suárez and De Paul.

Messi himself has expressed his honor to visit India and interact directly with the fans.

He called India a "very special country" and has fond memories of his visit 14 years ago, which reaffirms the strong bond between Messi and his fan base worldwide, including India.

After 14 years, Leo Messi is back in India 😍 pic.twitter.com/rtwrk9TF73

— We Are Messi 🔟 (@WeAreMessi) December 13, 2025

This is Messi's second visit to India, having previously visited in 2011.

Back then, he played in a friendly match between Argentina and Venezuela at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, where Argentina won 1-0.

Throughout his career, Lionel Messi has achieved impressive achievements, including winning eight Ballon d'Or trophies.

He has won 34 trophies with Barcelona, ​​three trophies with PSG, and most notably, leading the Argentine national team to victory in the 2022 World Cup.

His total trophy haul stands at 45, surpassing many other legends.With the MLS Cup title, Messi has now won league titles with all the teams he has played for: Barcelona, ​​Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Miami.

To date, Messi has collected 48 trophies at both club and national team level, including the 2022 World Cup.

In 2025, Messi scored 29 goals and 19 assists in the MLS regular season, as well as six goals and nine assists in the MLS Cup playoffs.