Argentinian football superstar Lionel Messi has arrived in Mumbai as part of his highly anticipated GOAT India Tour 2025, following spectacular appearances in Hyderabad. The Mumbai leg marks the third stop of the tour, with a jam-packed schedule of events planned for Sunday, promising fans an unforgettable experience with the reigning FIFA World Cup winner.
Messi is accompanied by former Barcelona teammate Luis Suarez and Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul, who are expected to join him at key events in Mumbai. Their presence adds international star power to the tour and continues the narrative of footballing legends visiting India, delighting fans across the city.
One of the day’s highlights will be Messi’s meeting with cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) around 4:30 pm IST. Reports suggest that Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma may also attend, creating a rare crossover between football and cricket legends that has already generated enormous excitement among sports enthusiasts.
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Following this, Messi is scheduled to visit the iconic Wankhede Stadium at approximately 5:00 pm IST for an exhibition football match featuring Bollywood celebrities. The event is expected to draw massive crowds, combining star-studded entertainment with the thrill of watching one of the greatest footballers in history in action.
The tour also features a fashion show and auction, where Messi will present memorabilia from Argentina’s 2022 FIFA World Cup triumph. Additionally, the ‘GOAT Football Clinic’, supported by the Maharashtra government, will allow young footballers to interact with Messi and gain valuable insights, with Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri confirmed to join the session.
In anticipation of large crowds, Mumbai Police have issued traffic advisories, with significant congestion expected across South Mumbai between 12:00 pm and 11:00 pm. Parking restrictions will apply at Wankhede Stadium, Brabourne Stadium, and key surrounding roads, with public transport strongly recommended for fans attending events. The GOAT India Tour 2025 is set to conclude in New Delhi, where Messi is reportedly scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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