Argentina's Lionel Messi received a warm welcome at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Here's all you need to know (Pics: Ashish Raje)
Updated On: 2025-12-14 10:49 PM IST
Compiled by : Sujay Shivalkar
Legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi, who was accompanied by Luis Suarez and Rodrigo de Paul, received a warm welcome at the historic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai
Messi met legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar during the event. Sachin presented his Team India jersey with his signature on it. The footballer reciprocated with a football
During the event, Messi also met Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri. Both players shared a warm hug, and the Indian also received Argentina's football team jersey from Messi
Famous Bollywood celebrities, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff, also made their appearances at the venue
Fans turned out in huge numbers to get a glimpse of their football icon, Messi, in India. From children to adults, many fans showed up with posters with different posters, extending their love towards the 38-year-old footballer
Messi also interacted and played football with the budding footballers of India