GOAT Tour 2025: Mumbai Welcomes Messi with Open Arms and Excited Hearts

Updated: December 14, 2025 14:15

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Messi’s Mumbai leg of the GOAT India Tour 2025 is set for December 14 at Wankhede Stadium, featuring a packed schedule of padel, exhibition football, exclusive fan experiences, and a charity fashion show, with appearances by Bollywood celebrities and Indian football icons.

Lionel Messi’s GOAT India Tour 2025 brings its most anticipated stop to Mumbai on December 14, transforming the city into a hub of football excitement and celebrity glamour. With the event scheduled for Sunday, December 14 at Wankhede Stadium, fans are set for a day packed with exclusive experiences and once-in-a-lifetime moments.

Padel & Exhibition Football Fest

The Mumbai leg kicks off with the Padel GOAT Cup at the Cricket Club of India at 3:30 pm, offering fans a rare chance to see Messi in action off the football pitch. The main event at Wankhede Stadium begins at 5 pm, featuring a star-studded seven-versus-seven exhibition match with Bollywood celebrities and Indian football icons, culminating in Messi’s grand on-field appearance.

Exclusive Fan Experiences

Premium ticket holders can look forward to a meet-and-greet session, group photos, and exclusive hospitality. The evening also includes a coaching clinic for young talents, penalty shootouts, and a musical tribute celebrating Messi’s legendary career.

Fashion, Philanthropy & Celebrity Glamour

The event wraps up with a charity fashion show and memorabilia auction, showcasing rare items from Argentina’s 2022 FIFA World Cup victory. Bollywood stars like Jackie Shroff, John Abraham, and Kareena Kapoor Khan are expected to join Messi for this glamorous finale, blending sports, fashion, and philanthropy.

What to Expect for Fans

Padel match at Cricket Club of India (3:30 pm, December 14)
Exhibition football at Wankhede Stadium (5 pm, December 14)
Meet-and-greet for premium ticket holders
Coaching clinic and penalty shootouts
Charity fashion show and auction

Messi’s Mumbai appearance on December 14 promises a blend of sporting excellence, celebrity charm, and fan engagement, making it the most anticipated stop of his India tour.

Sources: Times of India, District, NDTV, Free Press Journal, Olympics.com

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