Argentina's star footballer Lionel Messi will also visit Hyderabad during his 2025 India tour. Messi himself has confirmed this trip. He will arrive in India next month, and Hyderabad will be his fourth stop.
Lionel Messi: Argentina's football superstar Lionel Messi will also be seen in Hyderabad during his 2025 India tour. Messi himself has confirmed this through social media. His India tour schedule has now become even more exciting as his programs have been finalized in all four corners of the country: East (Kolkata), South (Hyderabad), West (Mumbai), and North (New Delhi).
Confirmation of Hyderabad Visit
Messi wrote on his social media handle, “Thank you for the love from India. The GOAT India tour is starting in just a few weeks. I am happy to announce that Hyderabad has been added to my Kolkata, Mumbai, and Delhi tour. See you soon, India.” The decision to include Hyderabad in Messi's tour was made when a proposed friendly match in Kochi was canceled.
This match had been announced by Kerala's Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman and was scheduled to be held on November 17. Following this, the schedule was changed, and Hyderabad was included as an important stop on the India tour.
Messi's India Tour Schedule
Satadru Dutta, the organizer of this tour, stated that Messi's program in Hyderabad would be held either at Gachibowli Stadium or Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. His schedule will include:
- Celebrity Football Match – Messi and other football stars will perform.
- Football Clinic – Training sessions for young players.
- Honour Ceremony – Messi will be given special honours.
- Music and Entertainment Program – Cultural programs to make his arrival special.
Messi will arrive in Hyderabad from Kolkata on December 13 and depart for Mumbai the next day, December 14. His India tour will conclude on December 15 with a closing ceremony in New Delhi. During the event in New Delhi, he is also likely to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Special Highlights of the India Tour
- Tour of Four Corners – Messi will now tour the East (Kolkata), South (Hyderabad), West (Mumbai), and North (New Delhi).
- Football Clinic and Youth Inspiration – Messi's tour will prove inspirational for the youth.
- Cultural and Entertainment Programs – This tour will not be limited to football; it will also include music and entertainment programs.
- Social Media Announcement – Messi shared information about the India tour from his official social media account.
- Kochi Match Canceled – Hyderabad was included in the tour due to the change.
Lionel Messi's India tour will further increase enthusiasm for football in the country. The arrival of a world-class player like Messi is not only a joyous occasion for football lovers but also an inspiring experience for young players. His visit is likely to boost participation in local football programs and youth training sessions.
