There is very good news for Indian football fans. The world’s leading football players are preparing to return to India soon. Argentine star footballer Lionel Messi will spread the magic of the game on Indian soil after a long wait of 14 years. Before this, the last match played by Lionel Messi was in Kolkata in the year 2011. This match was played between Argentina and Venezuela in Salt Lake.
Now the football magician will return to India after a long wait of 14 years. This is a very happy moment for Indian sports lovers. World champion team Argentina is going to play its match in India next year. This information has been given by Kerala Sports Minister Abdurahiman. He said during a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram that this match will be held under the complete supervision of the state government. Financial support will also be provided by the businessmen of the state to organize this high-profile football event, he said. He expressed confidence in Kerala’s ability to host this historic occasion.
Lionel Messi last played in India in 2011, when Argentina took part in an international friendly against Venezuela. This match ended in a goalless draw. The football icon has a lot of fans in India. The number of such fans is also very high in Kerala.
Messi’s recent addition to Major League Soccer team Inter Miami has further increased his popularity in North America, which has also attracted fans in India, who often stay up late at night to watch his matches. His status as a global football icon has led to the formation of numerous fan clubs and celebrations across the region, where his achievements are celebrated.
After leading Argentina to victory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Messi has cemented his legacy in the game. He has been playing a key role in the World Cup qualifiers for the upcoming 2028 edition in Los Angeles, and is showing no signs of retiring from international football. Meanwhile, his long-time rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, remains a key player for the Portuguese national team, with both athletes hinting at the possibility of attending another World Cup in the future.