Global football icon Lionel Messi arrived in Hyderabad on Saturday, December 13, 2025, after completing the Kolkata leg of his much-anticipated GOAT India Tour 2025. Messi landed in the city at 5:00 PM IST and was immediately escorted to the Taj Falaknuma Palace, where he is scheduled to attend an exclusive meet-and-greet session with fans who reportedly paid Rs 10 lakh per ticket for the premium interaction.
Messi In Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium LIVE Tonight; Check Time
Messi is expected to reach the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium at around 7:45 PM IST, where Hyderabad will host the Argentine legend for the marquee event of the day. The city is set to witness Messi in action later on Saturday evening as part of a special football exhibition and entertainment program.

Goat Lionel Messi's Hyderabad Event Schedule For December 13
According to the official itinerary, Hyderabad's event lineup includes a 7v7 football match featuring Lionel Messi at 7:00 PM, followed by a live musical concert at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Massive security arrangements have been put in place in and around the venue due to the high-profile nature of the event.
Messi GOAT India Tour 2025 Schedule: Check Date and Time City-wise in Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi After Kolkata
Messi in Mumbai: Check Date, Timings and Events
After Hyderabad, Messi will travel to Mumbai on Sunday, December 14, where he will participate in a series of high-profile events. His Mumbai schedule includes participation in the Padel GOAT Cup at the Cricket Club of India at 3:30 PM, followed by a celebrity football match at 4:00 PM. Later in the evening, Messi will attend an event at Wankhede Stadium, followed by a charity fashion show.
Messi In Delhi: Check Date, Timings and Events
Messi's final stop in India will be New Delhi on December 15. During his visit, he is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The day will also feature a major event at the Arun Jaitley Stadium at 1:30 PM, including the felicitation of Minerva Academy players in the presence of prominent Indian cricketers.
Messi India Tour 2025 Events and Cultural Engagements
Beyond football, Messi's India tour includes several cultural and charitable engagements. These include a charity fashion show, an auction of Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup memorabilia, and a Spanish musical evening led by Luis Suarez, adding a global cultural flavour to the tour.
When and Where to Watch Lionel Messi GOAT India Tour 2025 LIVE
Selective events from the Lionel Messi GOAT India Tour 2025 will be live-streamed on the Prasar Bharati YouTube channel and the Waves OTT app. Live television coverage will also be available on DD Sports.
Lionel Messi 'GOAT India Tour 2025' Tickets: Prices and Booking
Tickets for Messi's India tour are available through online booking on the District ticketing platform. Ticket prices vary by city, starting at Rs 4,366 in Kolkata, Rs 2,250 in Hyderabad, Rs 7,080 in Mumbai and Rs 4,720 in New Delhi.
Who Is Satadru Dutta? The Man Behind the Tour
Earlier in the day, Messi's Kolkata visit descended into chaos, prompting heavy police intervention. Additional Director General (ADG) of Law and Order Jawed Shamim confirmed that the main event organiser, Satadru Dutta, was arrested following disruptions during the programme.
Messi reportedly arrived at the Kolkata venue at 11:15 AM and stayed for approximately 20 minutes before departing.
As per Sportstar report, the GOAT India Tour 2025 has been organised by West Bengal-based sports promoter Satadru Dutta under the banner of A Satadru Dutta Initiative (ASDI). Born in Rishra in Hooghly district, Dutta began his career in finance and investments before transitioning into sports promotion. Through ASDI, he has previously brought several global football icons to India.
One of his most notable achievements was bringing three-time FIFA World Cup winner Pele to Kolkata in 2015, marking the Brazilian legend's first visit to the city in 38 years. Pele attended an Indian Super League match and the Subroto Cup final during that historic trip.
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