If all the pieces fall into place, football devotees in Calcutta will have the first observation of iconic Lionel Messi for decades and the city of Joy will be the first stop in the Argentine trip through Ahmedabad, Mumbai and New Delhi, which will culminate in meeting with Narendra Modim.
The sources that are devoted to developments reported that all the arrangements were completed, including the WankHhed stadium booking in Mumbai, but the official confirmation from Messi is still expected.
“It has been completed and we are waiting for an official announcement from Messi, maybe a social media designer at any time,” the source said.
“From now on, we have agreed on the proposed itinerary and we are just waiting for an official announcement from his social media, which would be soon,” added the source.
According to the itinerary, Messi will land in Calcutta on December 12 at the night of December around 22:00 and stay for two days and one night – the longest stop on his tour.
Kolkata Foot: A statue of 70 feet, goat cup with gangules
Captain’s Calcutal schedule of Argentina 13.
The organizers say it will be the first and highest statue of the World Cup winner anywhere in the world.
He then heads to Eden Gardens, where the goat concert and the goat cup take place from 12:00 to 13:30.
“I don’t want to mention people in the mislead.
“It will play the goat cup in the seven -sided soft, soft touch game with Sourav gangules, Leander Paes, John Abraham, Bhaichung Bhutia. It will be a celebration game in connection with Messi,” the source explained.
He hoped in a crowd of selection because it would be a fully ticked event.
“It will be in Eden. It will be an event for sale of tickets. The onomination will decide. It would be a bit expensive – it should not be less than 3,500 Rs.”
“The whole stadium will be open, so we can expect a full capacity of 68,000. For 1 hour, Messi will be there with a musical tribute, Masterclass with children,” he added.
Mamata Banata Banata, Chief Minister West Bengal, is expected to during Eden Gardens Felicites Messi.
Ahmedabad, Mumbai and Delhi legs
On the evening of December 13th, Messi is scheduled to travel to Ahmedabad to attend a private event organized by Adani Foundation at their headquarters Shantigram.
Then he gets to Mumbai on the event of 14 December, including meeting and getting to know CCI at 15:45, followed by a goat concert and a goat cup at the WankHhed stadium at 17:30.
“We booked the Wankhede stadium for the Goat Cup 14th December at 17:45,” the source said.
There were media reports that indicate that Messi could participate in a cricket match with seven pages with Mrs. Dhoni and Virat Kohli, but the source denied it.
“There will be no cricket match in Mumbai. It will only be a soft ball and a soft touch with him. It will celebrate his journey with the presence of Indian celebrities.”
Plans are also introduced to interact with the Indian football team in Mumbai.
“We have planned to interact with the Indian football team in Mumbai. It is clear that Sunil Chheter and Indian team moment we planned in Mumbai according to their appropriate availability,” the source said.
Meeting PM modi, celebration of boilers
On December 15th, Messi will be in Nový Delhi, where he is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modim, followed by a goat concert and a goat cup in Feroz Shah Kotl at 14:15.
In each city, Messi will perform a “championship class” with children to inspire the next generation of Indian footballers.
“Messi will pass on a master class with children in every center. The main idea is to celebrate Messi’s success, give a little bit, for example, 30 to 40 minutes to motivate the young generation of players. So, MasterClass and interaction with Messi.”
No kerala stops
The source also dispersed the rumors of Keral’s leg during Messi’s visit.
“However, there will be no event in Kerala, as mentioned earlier,” the source said.
Messi is expected to travel with great accompaniment, including footballers, even if the details remain under the wrap.
Flashback 2011
In the Wee Hours 31. August 2011 Messi first appeared in India and landed in Calcutta when hysterical fans gathered at the airport to welcome him.
He was here with his team to play the exhibition match against Venezuela at the Salt Lake Stadium stadium and the match that won 1-0.
Messi’s arrival was triggered by “Messi Fever”, with thousands of fans lined the streets, put on their jerseys Messi and wrapped the stadium 75,000 capacity.
Messi Mania 2.0
Proposed itinerary: December 12: Arrival in Calcutta (22:00).
December 13 (Kolkata): 9:00 – Meet and Greet Event; Statue of revelation (70 feet) in Lake Town Sribuumi, VIP Road; 12:00 until 13:30 – Goat concert in Eden Gardens followed by goat cup; December 13 (evening): Adani Foundation Private Event in Shantigram, Ahmedabad.
December 14 (Mumbai): Meet and greet in CCI (15:45); Goat concert at the Wankhade stadium (17:30).
December 15 (New Delhi): Meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi; Goat concert in Feroz Shah Kotla (2,15pm).
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Published:
Amar Pancker
Published on:
August 2, 2025
