Lionel Messi wrapped up his GOAT India Tour 2025 at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on December 15, spending 30 minutes with ecstatic fans amid massive crowds. Post-event, he heads to Purana Qila before possible Gujarat extension with Suarez, capping a chaotic four-city whirlwind.
Lionel Messi's electrifying GOAT India Tour reached its Delhi crescendo at Arun Jaitley Stadium, drawing thousands despite fog delays and tight security. The Argentine icon thrilled supporters with fan interactions before departing, marking the finale of his multi-city spectacle spanning Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and the capital.
Tour Highlights
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Messi, joined by Luis Suarez and Rodrigo De Paul, engaged in a football clinic and photo ops, creating unforgettable moments at the packed venue.
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Events faced 40-minute delays from weather; stadium buzzed with Barcelona, Argentina, and Inter Miami colors under heavy police deployment.
Post-stadium, Messi proceeds to Purana Qila for a photoshoot and elite meets, with sources hinting at an extra day in India visiting Gujarat's Vantara hosted by Anant Ambani.
The tour sparked frenzy, from Kolkata chaos to Bollywood star sightings, boosting Indian football fervor.
Sources: India TV News, NDTV Sports, Republic World