Messi is bringing his GOAT Tour to Mumbai this December—here’s what we know

Football fam, this is not a drill—Lionel Messi is officially coming to Mumbai this December, and the city is about to lose it. The GOAT himself will land on December 14, 2025, as part of his super-hyped GOAT Tour, and yes, the buzz is already off the charts.

This isn’t just a celeb sighting—it’s a dream-come-true moment for young football lovers across Maharashtra. And it's about inspiring a new generation of football lovers in India. The eight-time Ballon d'Or-winning champion will be leading a one-of-a-kind training session for under-14 players, handpicked by the state’s sports department, MITRA, and WIFA, giving the next generation of aspiring players a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get coached by the legend himself. Can you imagine telling your friends, “Yeah, I trained with Messi”? Iconic.

Messi has already sent a little token of love ahead of his arrival: a signed football was gifted to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who shared the news online and called the footballer’s visit an exciting moment for the state’s youth. The CM has also urged corporates, fans, and sponsors to come together to make the event a memorable one. After all, this is touted to be one of the landmark moments in India and Maharashtra's sporting history.

The visit is extra special because it marks Messi’s return to India 14 years after his Kolkata visit in 2011, where he played a friendly match against Venezuela. Since then, he’s picked up a World Cup win, more Ballon d’Ors, and countless jaw-dropping career highlights to count. Basically, he’s coming back with the ultimate glow-up.

So, as the countdown begins, one thing’s for sure: Mumbai is about to be swept up in Messi fever, and we cannot wait to see the magic unfold when the GOAT touches down.

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