Lionel Messi's Upcoming Visit to India Excites Football Fans

Lionel Messi Set to Visit India

Exciting news has emerged for football enthusiasts as Argentine football icon Lionel Messi is scheduled to visit India. This announcement was made by Kerala's Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman on Saturday, June 7. As part of their Asian tour, the Argentine national team, featuring Messi, will be heading to Kerala this year for a friendly match against India. The anticipation among football fans is palpable.

Confirmation of the Match

Last year, the government had indicated plans to host a friendly series with Argentina in 2024. However, due to a lack of updates over the past six months, many speculated that the project might have been scrapped. Reports suggested that negotiations between the team and its sponsor had faltered. Nevertheless, the minister has assured that there are no obstacles ahead.

During a media interaction on Saturday, he confirmed that the sponsorship deal has been finalized, allowing the match to proceed. The organization aims to have the team in Kerala around October or November. Messi and his teammates will receive top-notch security, accommodation, and all necessary arrangements from the government, as revealed by the minister in a Facebook post, much to the delight of fans.

Match Details and Venue

Argentina's visit to India for friendly matches is scheduled for October-November 2025, aligning with FIFA's designated dates for such events. Further details regarding the exact date of the match are yet to be announced. It is likely that the match will take place at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, which is fully equipped to host such events.