Football legend Lionel Messi is all set to visit India this December. He will take part in football workshops in three major Indian cities Mumbai, Kolkata, and Thiruvananthapuram. These events will take place at famous stadiums like the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Eden Gardens in Kolkata, and Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram.
Messi’s visit is a big moment for football fans in India. The workshops are expected to inspire young footballers and promote the sport across the country. Organisers are planning special training sessions where Messi will share tips and skills with young players.
Messi May Play Cricket with Dhoni and Kohli
After the football workshops are over, there is another exciting plan. Messi may play a cricket match in India. According to reports, this match will feature some of the biggest names in Indian cricket. MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and even the great Sachin Tendulkar could be part of the match.
This match is expected to be a seven-a-side game. It will be played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai the same stadium where India won the 2011 Cricket World Cup. The event is being called the ‘GOAT Cup’ short for “Greatest of All Time”.
ALSO READ BCCI Confirms Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Will Play All ODIs for India
The organisers of the event have already spoken to the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). An MCA source confirmed to the Indian Express that Messi is scheduled to be at the Wankhede Stadium on December 14. The source also mentioned that Messi is “likely to play a cricket match too, with former and current cricketers.”
However, the full schedule has not yet been announced. The organisers are expected to release all details soon.
Fans of both football and cricket are very excited about this event. Seeing Messi play cricket with Indian legends could be a once-in-a-lifetime moment.
