Lionel Messi commences his much-anticipated GOAT India Tour 2025, generating excitement among football fans nationwide. The tour kicked off with Messi virtually inaugurating a 70-foot statue in Kolkata’s Lake Town area, celebrating his global football legacy.

The Kolkata statue, a tribute to Messi’s extraordinary achievements, is expected to become a landmark for fans and sports enthusiasts. Local authorities and football associations have coordinated the event to mark Messi’s visit while ensuring crowd safety and smooth arrangements.

Messi is also scheduled to attend a friendly football match in Hyderabad on Saturday evening at the RGI Cricket Stadium. The match will feature prominent personalities, including Revanth Reddy, and will highlight Messi’s football skills alongside local celebrities and dignitaries.

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The Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is expected to attend the Hyderabad event, according to Telangana Congress sources. His presence adds a political and cultural dimension to the match, drawing attention from fans and media across the country.

Messi’s India Tour 2025 promises to combine sports, culture, and public engagement, with fans eagerly awaiting appearances in multiple cities. The tour is also expected to promote football in India, inspire young players, and create memorable interactions between Messi and his Indian admirers.

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