Lionel Messi's GOAT India Tour 2025 culminates in Delhi today, December 15, with a high-profile Arun Jaitley Stadium event from 1:30 PM. Expect meets with PM Narendra Modi and Virat Kohli amid celebrity matches and fan festivities.
Delhi Leg Overview
The football icon arrives post-Mumbai, kicking off at Arun Jaitley Stadium (gates 11:30 AM). Accompanied by Suarez and De Paul, the schedule blends exhibition games, youth clinics, and ceremonies, capping a four-city whirlwind since December 13 in Kolkata.
Key Highlights
PM Modi Meet: Private session at Modi's residence early, highlighting diplomatic-sporting ties.
Virat Kohli Linkup: Kohli joins celebrity football match (2:50 PM) and stage event (4:20 PM), echoing Sachin Mumbai moment.
Event Flow: Welcome music (2:30 PM), celeb match, Messi clinic with 30 kids (3:45 PM), GOAT Cup exhibition.
Fan Access: Tickets via District.in; live streams available, traffic advisories in place.
What to Expect
High-energy finale boosts India-Argentina bonds, with youth focus via Minerva Academy felicitation. Post-event, Messi wraps tour amid massive crowds.
Sources: Olympics.com, Khel Now, NDTV Sports, India TV