Football legend Lionel Messi’s first stop during India visit turns into chaos as fans barely get a glimpse of star due to poor planning; angry crowd vandalise Salt Lake Stadium
14 December,2025 09:06 AM IST | Kolkata | Debasish Datta
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose condemned the chaos during Lionel Messi’s visit to Kolkata, calling it a dark day for sports lovers. He blamed poor planning and policing, ordered action against organisers, refunds to fans and sought a judicial enquiry
13 December,2025 04:48 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondent
Police used mild force to disperse angry fans at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata after chaos erupted during Lionel Messi’s GOAT Tour event over alleged mismanagement. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee later apologised and ordered a judicial enquiry
13 December,2025 04:45 PM IST | Kolkata | ANI
What was billed as the biggest sports show of the year turned chaotic in Kolkata as fans protested poor management during Lionel Messi’s appearance, accusing organisers and VIPs of hogging the football legend’s time and demanding ticket refunds
13 December,2025 04:44 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
