When Is Lionel Messi Coming to India?
Lionel Messi is coming to India for a packed multi-city tour. According to Dutta, the football great will arrive around midnight on December 12 or early December 13 after a short halt in Dubai. The schedule moves rapidly, with four cities hosting events in only three days.
The tour begins on December 13 in Kolkata and ends on December 15 in New Delhi. The final day includes an important meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Each city will host a special event on a football ground, and fans will get a rare chance to watch him live.
Kolkata Opens the Tour on December 13
Kolkata will be the first stop of the India tour. The event will take place at:
Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK)
Saturday, 13 December – 10:30 AM
This is the largest football venue in India and has a historic connection with the sport. The morning schedule gives fans the first chance to welcome him. Kolkata has a deep passion for football and the atmosphere is expected to be very energetic.
Same Day Travel to Hyderabad
On the same day, the tour will move to Hyderabad. This makes December 13 the busiest day on the calendar. The second event of the day will be at:
Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium
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Saturday, 13 December – 7:00 PM
The timing shows that travel has been planned tightly. The evening slot means the crowd will enjoy a floodlit event. The stadium is known for major international matches, which makes it a fitting venue for a global star.
Mumbai Event Set for December 14
Mumbai will welcome the tour next. The event is confirmed for:
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Sunday, 14 December – 5:00 PM
This stadium has hosted some of the most iconic sporting moments in India. The late afternoon timing allows fans to gather comfortably and gives enough space in the schedule for travel.
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Mumbai is expected to be one of the most popular locations, as the city regularly hosts national and international sports personalities.
Final Stop: Delhi on December 15
The tour will conclude in New Delhi with a key event at:
Arun Jaitley Stadium
Monday, 15 December – 1:30 PM
This will be the final event of the tour. After this, Messi is expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking the official closing of the India visit.
New Delhi will have a central role as the final stop. The timing in the afternoon makes it suitable for fans to attend and enjoy the day.
Why This Tour Is Special
This tour arrives after 14 years, which makes it a historic moment for Indian football fans. The structure of the events shows how carefully everything has been planned to fit within a very short window. Four cities in three days show the scale of the visit.
Every city on the list has a strong stadium and a passionate fan base. The tour creates a nationwide celebration of football and brings international attention to the sport in India.
FAQs
Q1. When is Lionel Messi coming to India?
A. He arrives around midnight on December 12 or early December 13 after a short stop in Dubai.
Q2. What is the date and time for Kolkata?
A. Saturday, 13 December at 10:30 AM at VYBK.
Q3. What time is the Hyderabad event?
A. Saturday, 13 December at 7:00 PM at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium.
Q4. When is the Mumbai event?
A. Sunday, 14 December at 5:00 PM at Wankhede Stadium.
Q5. What is the Delhi schedule?
A. Monday, 15 December at 1:30 PM at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
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