Lionel Messi’s India Tour 2025: What can fans expect from the GOAT experience?

Kolkata: Argentine football legend Lionel Messi is all set to make his long-awaited return to India this December as part of the GOAT India Tour 2025. His last visit to the country was in 2011 when he captained Argentina against Venezuela at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium. This time, the tour will take him to multiple iconic locations including Kolkata, Mumbai, and New Delhi. Organisers are working to ensure that fans across India get a rare opportunity to meet and interact with the global football icon. Messi shared his excitement on social media, saying he is looking forward to participating in concerts, youth football clinics, paddle cup events, and launching charitable initiatives. He also expressed his enthusiasm to meet India’s top stars and dignitaries, highlighting the special nature of this visit. Exclusive Tour Packages for Fans The organisers have curated several premium packages to make the experience unforgettable. These packages are designed to offer close-up interactions with Messi, photo opportunities, autographed jerseys, dining experiences, and the chance to witness his penalty showcase. GOAT Fan Experience: Priced at Rs 9.95 lakh, this package provides a private meet and greet, photo opportunity, autographed Argentina jersey, dining, and the chance to watch Messi in action alongside Bollywood celebrities. Father, Son Experience: For Rs 12.50 lakh, this package allows one adult and one child to enjoy a meet and greet, photo session, two autographed jerseys, dining, and witness Messi’s penalty showcase. Family Experience: Costing Rs 25 lakh, this package is tailored for families with four participants, offering meet and greet sessions, photo opportunities, autographed jerseys, dining, and penalty showcase access. Corporate Felicitation Package: Priced at Rs 95 lakh, this package is for ten participants and includes corporate felicitation, lifetime memento, meet and greet, photo session, autographed jerseys, and other exclusive benefits. Lionel Messi-led Argentina football team to play in India next year: Kerala Govt Messi’s Achievements and Legacy Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. His achievements include: Winning the FIFA World Cup with Argentina in 2022. Securing seven Ballon d’Or awards, the most by any player in history. Captaining clubs like Barcelona and Inter Miami to multiple league titles. Becoming the all-time top scorer for both Barcelona and Argentina. Known for his extraordinary dribbling, vision, and goal-scoring ability. His record-breaking career and global popularity make this India tour a dream opportunity for football fans. IPL 2026: Will Sanju Samson move to CSK? Rajasthan Royals eye Jadeja and Brevis in potential trade A Tour Filled with Unique Experiences Beyond football, the GOAT India Tour 2025 will host concerts, youth engagement initiatives, and charitable events, creating an experience that blends sports, culture, and social causes. Fans can witness Messi’s skills firsthand, interact with him, and gain insights into his journey as a football legend.