Hyderabad Shines as Messi's India Tour Ends Successfully

Lionel Messi's Hyderabad leg of the GOAT India Tour ended successfully, contrasting the chaos in Kolkata. Thanks to meticulous planning and management, fans enjoyed a memorable event. Messi, with his teammates, participated in various activities, engaging with fans and exhibiting his football skills at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Hyderabad | Updated: 13-12-2025 21:47 IST | Created: 13-12-2025 21:47 IST
Hyderabad Shines as Messi's India Tour Ends Successfully
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Lionel Messi's appearance in Hyderabad was a testament to careful organization and planning, a sharp contrast to the disarray in Kolkata during his GOAT India Tour. The City of Nizams demonstrated flawless execution for an event of this magnitude, ensuring that Messi's second leg remained incident-free and enjoyable for all attendees.

Upon his arrival, Messi was greeted by Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy at the Taj Falaknuma Palace before heading to a packed Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Enthusiastic cheers welcomed Messi, who seemed at ease compared to his earlier tense demeanor in Kolkata. His stay included participating in a GOAT Cup penalty shootout and conducting football clinics, much to the delight of local fans.

As the event concluded, Messi, along with famous teammates Luiz Saurez and Rodrigo de Paul, engaged with the crowd with playful demonstrations of football skills. Joining them were notable political figures including Rahul Gandhi. The occasion served to bolster fan relations after Kolkata's debacle, proving the successes of strategic event management in Hyderabad.

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