Mumbai, Dec 14 :Global football icon Lionel Messi arrived in Mumbai on Sunday, marking the third pit stop of his much‑anticipated GOAT India Tour 2025. The Argentine superstar’s visit has sent fans into a frenzy as the city gears up for a series of exciting events featuring the eight‑time Ballon d’Or winner.<
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Argentine footballer Lionel Messi leaves from Mumbai airport.
Lionel Messi is in Mumbai for his G.O.A.T. Tour India 2025. pic.twitter.com/Z7nfxDgmZ0
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Four‑City Tour Continues in India
Messi’s India itinerary includes stops in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and New Delhi, blending sport, entertainment and fan engagement across multiple events.
His Mumbai stop comes after a successful and energetic second leg in Hyderabad, following a chaotic start in Kolkata where security lapses sparked unruly scenes.
Packed Schedule in Mumbai
In Mumbai, Messi is set to participate in a range of activities, including a GOAT Football Clinic where he will work with young players under Maharashtra’s Project Mahadeva initiative giving budding talents a rare opportunity to train with the legend himself
Later in the day, Messi is expected to make an appearance at the Wankhede Stadium, where fans will get a once‑in‑a‑lifetime chance to see him live. Events are also being planned at the Cricket Club of India (Brabourne Stadium), including a Padel GOAT Cup and charity fashion show featuring Messi alongside other international and Indian personalities.
Enhanced Security and Crowd Management
Following earlier crowd management issues in Kolkata, Mumbai Police have implemented tight security measures for Messi’s arrival and events throughout the day. Traffic advisories and venue‑specific restrictions have been issued to help manage large crowds expected at Brabourne and Wankhede stadiums.
Fan Fever and Traffic Advisory
Authorities have also advised commuters to use public transport such as local trains and metro services to avoid congestion around key venues. Parking restrictions and road diversions are in place as fans from across the region gather to catch a glimpse of the football legend.