After a dramatic and crowded opening in Kolkata, Lionel Messi is now ready to turn all eyes toward Mumbai. The football legend arrives in the city on Sunday for the third leg of his GOAT India Tour, and the schedule is packed with exciting events. From a padel match and an exhibition game to a high-profile fashion show for charity, Mumbai is in for a memorable Messi weekend.
Lionel Messi’s Mumbai Arrival
Lionel Messi is expected to land in Mumbai on Sunday morning, flying directly from Hyderabad. Fans across the city are eagerly waiting as the World Cup winner gears up for a full day of public and private appearances.
Padel Tournament at Cricket Club of India
One of the first stops on Lionel Messi’s Mumbai schedule is a padel tournament at the prestigious Cricket Club of India.
Venue: Cricket Club of India
Time: Around 4:30 pm
Guests: Sachin Tendulkar
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The event will feature Lionel Messi taking part in a friendly yet competitive padel match, with cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar among the special guests, making it a rare meeting of sporting icons.
GOAT Cup Exhibition Match at Wankhede Stadium
The action then shifts to the iconic Wankhede Stadium, where fans will get to see Lionel Messi live on the field.
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Time: 5 pm
Gates open at 2 pm
Before the main event, a kick-off ceremony will set the mood, with Bollywood celebrities taking part in a 7v7 exhibition match. The atmosphere is expected to be electric as sport and entertainment come together.
Fashion Show and Auction for Charity
Later in the evening, Lionel Messi will attend a private fashion show held for a charitable cause.
Event: Private fashion show, Auction of Messi’s Qatar 2022 memorabilia
Guests: Jackie Shroff, John Abraham, and Kareena Kapoor Khan, among other Bollywood stars
Purpose: Raising money for charity
Rare memorabilia from Argentina’s historic 2022 World Cup win will be auctioned, with proceeds going toward charity, adding a meaningful touch to the celebrations.
Mumbai Ticket Prices for Wankhede Stadium
Fans planning to attend the stadium event should note the ticket prices.
General Tickets: Rs. 8850 to Rs. 14750
Mumbai Police Announce Traffic Diversions
With a massive crowd expected, the Mumbai Police has announced special traffic arrangements ahead of Lionel Messi’s visit on December 14th. The event at Wankhede Stadium begins at 5 pm, and authorities are working to manage crowd movement smoothly.
Traffic diversions will be in effect from 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm on December 14.
One-Way Traffic Routes
‘D’ Road shall be one way (from West to East) for vehicular traffic from its junction at N.S. Road (Marine Drive) & towards the junction of “E” & “C” Road.
‘E’ Road shall be one-way (Southbound) for all types of vehicular traffic from the junction of ‘D’ Road towards its junction with ‘C’ Road.
Road Closures and Alternate Routes
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road (North Bound): Air India junction to Mafatlal Junction will be closed for all types of vehicles as per the requirement.
Alternate Route: Ramnath Poddar Chowk (Godrej Junction), Right turn by Maharshi Karve Chowk (Opera House) – will proceed to the desired destination.
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road (South Bound): Princess Street Bridge to Air India Junction will be closed for all types of vehicles as per requirement.
Alternate Route: Pandit Paluskar Chowk (Opera House) – Maharshi Karve Road – Charni Road Marine Lines – Ahilyabai Holkar Chowk (Churchgate Junction) Ramnath Poddar Chowk (Godrej Junction) proceed to the desired destination.
Coastal Road (South Bound): Worli, Tardeo to Marine Drive will be closed for all types of vehicles as per requirement.
Alternate Route:
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Haji Ali Junction- Peddar Road- Pandit Paluskar Chowk (Opera House)- Maharshi Karve Road Charni Road- Marine Lines -Ahilyabai Holkar Chowk (Chuchgate Junction) Ramnath Poddar Chowk (Godrej Junction) proceed to the desired destination.
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From Princess Street Bridge, take a left turn to Shamaldas Gandhi Marg-Vardhaman Chowk and proceed to the desired destination.
Coastal Road (North Bound): Marine Drive to Worli, Tardeo will be closed for all types of vehicles as per requirement.
Alternate Route: Ramnath Poddar Chowk (Godrej Junction), Right turn by Maharshi Karve Road Ahilyabai Holkar Chowk (Chuchgate Junction) – Marine Lines-Charni Road-Pandit Paluskar Chowk (Opera House)- Peddar Road- Haji Ali Junction will proceed to the desired destination.
Parking Restrictions Near Wankhede Stadium
According to the District by Zomato FAQ, parking is not available at the venue. However, limited pay-and-park facilities can be found at nearby roads.
- H. T Parekh Marg: 60 vehicles
- Jivan Bima Marg: 15 vehicles
- K. Dubhash Marg: 50 vehicles
- Hornimal Circle: 150 vehicles
- Dorabaji Tata Road: 290 vehicles
- Vinay K. Shah Marg & Ramnath Goinka Marg: 142 vehicles
- N.C.P.A. Marg: 103 vehicles
- Jamanalal Bajaj Marg: 169 vehicles
- Vidhan Bhavan (MMRDA): 250 vehicles
- Vidhan Bhavan Marg: 39 vehicles
Lionel Messi’s Full Mumbai Experience
Lionel Messi’s Mumbai visit begins with the charity fashion showcase and auction of World Cup memorabilia. As per reports, Bollywood stars including John Abraham, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Jackie Shroff are expected to attend.
Sport returns to the spotlight at the Cricket Club of India with the Padel Cup, where Messi will share the court with legends like Sachin Tendulkar and other celebrity guests. A separate 7v7 celebrity football match featuring Bollywood actors is also reportedly planned.
At Wankhede Stadium, fans will see Messi at his best. He will conduct an exclusive coaching clinic for 60 children, 30 boys and 30 girls, chosen from emerging football talent pools. The stadium event will also include interactive penalty shootouts, a masterclass led by Messi himself, and a musical concert celebrating his extraordinary football journey.
For Mumbai, this is not just a visit. It is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of football, fandom, and global stardom.
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