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  • Lionel Messi: Fans from Different States Frame ‘Messi God,’ A Scene at Gate No. 2?

    Lionel Messi: Fans from Different States Frame ‘Messi God,’ A Scene at Gate No. 2?

    Argentine football legend Lionel Messi is set to set foot in India this time. Over three days, he will visit four cities Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi to meet the country’s football fans in person. From stadium events and celebrity meet-and-greets to fashion shows and exhibition matches, the entire tour promises to be packed with excitement, offering fans a major attraction at every moment.

    ‘মেসি ভগবান’কে ফ্রেম বন্দি করতে ভিন্ন রাজ্যের বাসিন্দারা, ২ নং গেটে একী কান্ড?

    The ticket redemption process began at the end of last week. On the final day, fans coming to redeem their tickets displayed remarkable enthusiasm. Around the Yuva Bharati Stadium in Kolkata, Messi fans from different states were spotted gathering.

    On this day, Argentine jerseys with Messi’s picture and the text “Welcome Messi” were being sold. Additionally, jerseys featuring East Bengal along with Argentina were available for ₹300. One seller stated, “Jersey sales have been quite good over the past few days. With Messi coming, we hope sales will increase even more on the day of the event.”

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    A buyer mentioned, “Messi is our god. To see him in person and wear his jersey—both are a huge privilege for me. We can’t miss this.”

    Among the fans redeeming tickets, there were couples who were not residents of Kolkata. A pair from Odisha said, “We are Messi fans. We came here just to see our god in person.”

    Fans like Sadanon from Manipur and Mounten and Mira from Assam also caught attention. A group of 30 friends came from Shillong. One of them, Danny, said, “Messi is the best among all footballers. If he had stayed a little longer in the stadium, our joy would have been even greater.”

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    In front of Gate No. 2 at Yuva Bharati, Andruman from Kerala was selling Messi stickers. He said, “I have been collecting these stickers for several years. I even designed some of them myself. Since Messi’s Kerala tour was canceled, I came to Kolkata. Messi has been my favorite footballer since childhood.”

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    Even before Messi’s arrival, Kolkata was already buzzing with Messi fever. Football fans were seen at every corner, eagerly waiting to see their beloved star, holding jerseys and stickers in hand.

  • Lionel Messi : Packed 12.5-Hour Visit to Tilottoma, What Special Surprises Await?

    Lionel Messi : Packed 12.5-Hour Visit to Tilottoma, What Special Surprises Await?

    Kolkata is once again gearing up for a football extravaganza. Fourteen years have passed since that memorable night in 2011 when a young Lionel Messi took the field for Argentina against Venezuela at the Youth Stadium, but back then, the title of “World Champion” was not yet part of his name. Times have changed. This time, Kolkata will host none other than the World Cup-winning captain, MLS Cup-winning Inter Miami leader – Lionel Messi.

    তিলোত্তমায় মেসির সাড়ে ১২ ঘণ্টার সফরে ঠাসা কর্মসূচি, কি থাকছে বিশেষ চমক?

     
    Messi is set to land in the city at 1:30 a.m. on Friday. From that moment, Kolkata will be swept up in excitement. After a brief rest at his hotel, his tightly scheduled itinerary begins – not a single moment will be wasted, and his fans might not even sleep that day.

    Meet & Greet and Virtual Statue Unveiling

    The day kicks off at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday with a Meet & Greet event. From 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., the virtual unveiling of LM10’s statue will take place. Following that, he will head to the Youth Stadium, where stars will be arriving one after another:

    11:30 a.m.: Shah Rukh Khan

    12:00 p.m.: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee

    Legendary cricketer Sourav Ganguly will also be present

    A special session of football, celebrity interaction, and felicitation will run from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. After that, Messi will head to the airport and fly to Hyderabad at 2:00 p.m. In all, it will be just 12.5 hours – but an emotionally charged visit.

    Unprecedented Security Arrangements

    With the presence of the Chief Minister, Shah Rukh Khan, and Sourav Ganguly, security measures are being taken to the highest level. Around 2,000 police personnel will be deployed under the leadership of the Bidhannagar Police Commissionerate. Inspectors, SIs, and constables from various parts of the city will be on duty, alongside the RAF. Strict traffic control and special parking guidelines have been prepared.

    The city has seen legends like Pelé, Maradona, and Messi before, yet the excitement of his return is unique. The young talent of 2011 has now become a legend. Once again, Kolkata will witness history, and the city will rediscover itself amid the frenzy of Messi mania.

  • Lionel Messi: How to Watch the ‘Messi Magic’ From Home? Full Streaming Details

    Lionel Messi: How to Watch the ‘Messi Magic’ From Home? Full Streaming Details

    Kolkata is celebrating like a festival. The reason? Only a few hours left before Lionel Messi arrives. When the greatest star in football history is about to set foot in the city, excitement naturally spreads across all of Bengal. After 2011, Messi is coming to India again — but this time it’s even more special, because now he is World Cup winning Messi.

    স্টেডিয়াম নয় ঘরে বসে কী ভাবে দেখবেন ‘মেসি ম্যাজিক’? রইল বিস্তারিত

     
    The football magician will land in Kolkata around 1 AM on 12 December (technically 13 December as per the calendar). After that, his schedule is so packed that the city seems to be waiting breathlessly for every single step he takes.
     

    Messi’s Main Event in Kolkata — 13 December

    9:30 AM — Special programme at his hotel with sponsors

    Around 10 AM — Departs for the Salt Lake Stadium (Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan)

    At the stadium, he will attend the Mohun Bagan ‘Messi’ All-Stars vs Diamond Harbour ‘Messi’ All-Stars match, which he will watch from the ground

    After the match, he will interact with the players of both teams

    Later, from the hotel, he will virtually inaugurate a 70-foot statue of Messi

    By afternoon, he will fly to Hyderabad

    On 14 December, he will take part in various events in Mumbai, and on 15 December, in Delhi. During the tour, he is also expected to meet Shah Rukh Khan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

    Didn’t get tickets? Don’t worry! Where to watch Messi?

    Even though many people could not get tickets to the stadium, the good news is that Messi’s entire tour can be enjoyed right from home.

    ✔ Messi’s Kolkata tour will be streamed live on the Sony LIV app and website.
    (A Sony LIV subscription is required.)

    ✔ Selected events of the GOAT India Tour 2025 will also be broadcast on—

    Prasar Bharati YouTube channel

    DD Sports TV channel

    Preparations are at full swing everywhere from Kolkata airport to the Salt Lake Stadium. The city’s streets are filled with Messi posters, fans singing, flags and blue-and-white lights reflecting Argentina’s colours. Many say that seeing Messi once in their lifetime is their greatest dream come true. Kolkata, the football-loving city, feels like it has once again transformed into the football capital of the world. Just a few more hours — and India will see its dream man. All of Bengal waits eagerly for the Messi Magic.

  • Lionel Messi : Mohun Bagan Foreigners Excited, But Coach Lobera Stays Silent About His Former Student

    Lionel Messi : Mohun Bagan Foreigners Excited, But Coach Lobera Stays Silent About His Former Student

    Kolkata is currently at the heart of football frenzy. The city is buzzing with one name Lionel Messi. Long before the Argentine superstar’s arrival, excitement has been building among fans and ISL footballers alike. That wave of enthusiasm has swept into the Mohun Bagan Super Giant training ground as well.

    মেসির খোঁজে বাগানের এই দুই বিদেশি, প্রাক্তন ছাত্রকে নিয়ে চুপ গুরু লোবেরা

     

    On Thursday, after the training session, Australian World Cupper Jason Cummings jokingly asked the reporters waiting outside, “Has Messi arrived already?” Many of his teammates also echoed the same curiosity. The reason is simple—Messi is expected to stay in the same hotel where the foreign players of Mohun Bagan currently reside. Hearing this, another Australian, Dimitri Petratos, laughed and said, “Wish I could share a room with Messi!”

    On the same day, Mohun Bagan officially began a new chapter under Spanish coach Sergio Lobera. He conducted a rigorous 90-minute training session on his very first day. However, Liston Colaco and Sahal Abdul Samad were absent due to personal reasons, while Apuiya missed training because of fever.

    Interestingly, while the players were buzzing with Messi mania, Lobera remained completely calm. Having been the assistant coach at Barcelona in 2012, he once coached Messi himself. But when asked about his former student’s visit to Kolkata, the new Mohun Bagan head coach chose to remain tight-lipped.

    The long wait is finally coming to an end, as Lionel Messi is set to arrive in Kolkata just after midnight on 11 December. The city is preparing to welcome the World Cup-winning captain with grand celebrations.

    On Saturday, the excitement in Kolkata will reach its peak as the Youth Bharati Stadium prepares to host one of the biggest football events in the city’s recent history. Amid growing speculation about whether Shah Rukh Khan will share the stage with Messi, the Bollywood icon confirmed the news on Thursday.
    On social media, Shah Rukh wrote: “No plans with the Knights this time in Kolkata. The day belongs entirely to Messi. See you on the 13th at Salt Lake Stadium.”

    This means fans will witness both Messi and Shah Rukh on the same stage—an early Christmas gift for the people of Bengal. Also expected to attend the event are Sourav Ganguly, Leander Paes, and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, along with several other dignitaries.

    Messi’s arrival is more than just a football moment—it is an emotion, a celebration deeply intertwined with Kolkata’s culture, passion, and history.

  • Lionel Messi Might Not Play in FIFA World Cup! What Did Argentine Star Say?

    Lionel Messi Might Not Play in FIFA World Cup! What Did Argentine Star Say?

    There’s still uncertainty about whether Lionel Messi will play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Argentine superstar himself has left things unclear. In an interview with ESPN, “LM10” stated that while he is hopeful about participating, he has not yet made a final decision, and in the worst-case scenario, he might end up watching the matches live from home.

    বিশ্বকাপ খেলবেন না মেসি! একী বললেন আর্জেন্টাইন তারকা?

     

    Messi said, “I’ve said before that I’m hopeful about playing in next year’s World Cup. But if things go really badly, I might just watch the games from home. Even that would be special for me. The World Cup is special for everyone, especially for the participating countries. And we (Argentina) experience it differently when it happens.”

    Having joined Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami after leaving Europe in 2023, experts believe Messi can adapt to the weather conditions in the host countries—USA, Canada, and Mexico. However, even if Messi doesn’t play, his teammates have enough strength to try to retain Argentina’s title.

    He added, “Everyone in the Argentina team is a champion. They all have a strong mentality and a hunger for more victories. It’s contagious. You can see it in their training—they give everything they have.”

    Messi also emphasized the crucial role of coach Lionel Scaloni and his staff in maintaining a healthy and strong team environment. He revealed that he stays in constant communication with Scaloni regarding participation in the World Cup. Messi said, “He is ready to play me in any position I prefer. Our relationship is very trusting. We can openly discuss anything.”

    Overall, Messi’s participation in the 2026 World Cup remains uncertain, leaving fans in suspense. Meanwhile, according to Indian time, the draw for the upcoming World Cup is scheduled to take place Friday night, heightening anticipation for fans worldwide.