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Headline: Messi’s India Tour Marred by Kolkata Chaos, But Schedule Proceeds
Kolkata, India – Lionel Messi’s highly anticipated return to India after 14 years was met with excitement and ultimately, disappointment for fans in Kolkata. The football superstar arrived in the city to participate in an event at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium), but his brief appearance led to outrage among thousands of ticket-holders.
Reports indicate that fans who paid for expensive tickets were left disgruntled when Messi was escorted out of the stadium after only about 10 minutes. The failure of Messi to complete a lap of the stadium due to poor crowd management, security concerns, and VIP movement ignited anger, with frustrated spectators reportedly throwing bottles and damaging hoardings. Videos and images of the unrest quickly spread on social media.
Despite the chaotic scenes in Kolkata, the ‘GOAT Tour to India 2025’ is proceeding according to schedule.
Following Kolkata, Messi arrived in Hyderabad where a 7 vs 7 football match was held at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, followed by a musical concert.
The next stop is Mumbai with a flurry of events. This includes Padel GOAT Cup held at the Brabourne Stadium, a celebrity football match expected to feature Bollywood stars, and a special event at the Wankhede Stadium that includes a charity fashion show, an auction of memorabilia from Argentina’s 2022 World Cup victory, and a musical evening. Shah Rukh Khan and Sachin Tendulkar may attend these events.
The tour will conclude in New Delhi, where Messi is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He is also expected to attend an event at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where players from the Minerva Academy will be honored, potentially alongside prominent Indian cricketers.
The Kolkata incident has raised serious questions about the organizers and security arrangements. Fans are now hoping for improved crowd management and a chance to see Messi in the remaining cities on the tour.
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