Messi Coming to Kerala 2025 | Official Confirmation & Match Details

Messi Coming to Kerala 2025: A Historic Football Event Confirmed

Football fans in Kerala are preparing for an unforgettable moment as Lionel Messi, the global football icon, is set to visit Kerala in November 2025. Officially confirmed by the Argentine Football Association (AFA), Messi and the Argentina national team will play a FIFA friendly match in Kerala’s Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram. This will be a landmark event for Indian football and Kerala’s passionate fanbase.

When Is Messi Visiting Kerala?

• Dates: November 10 to November 18, 2025

• Venue: Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

• Part of the November FIFA international friendly window with matches also scheduled in Angola and the United States.

What Led to This Historic Visit?

The Argentina Football Association decided to visit Kerala following the incredible support Kerala’s football fans showed during the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The Kerala government extended the invitation as a gesture of appreciation, collaborating with the AFA and the Reporter Broadcasting Company Private Limited to organize the event.

Match and Event Details

• The match will serve as a preparatory game for Argentina ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

• Opponent teams for the Kerala fixture are yet to be announced.

• The event also marks Messi’s first visit to India since 2011, when he played in Kolkata.

Impact on Kerala and Indian Football

• The event is anticipated to draw tens of thousands of fans, filling the Greenfield Stadium.

• It is expected to boost Kerala’s sports ecosystem with potential football development programs, talent scouting, and grassroots initiatives involving the Argentine Football Association.

• A rare chance for Indian fans to witness world-class football talent on home turf.

Additional Messi Visit to India

Besides Kerala, Messi is expected to tour other major cities including Kolkata, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and New Delhi in December 2025, meeting key dignitaries including the Prime Minister.

Quick Facts Table: Messi in Kerala 2025

Topic	Details
Visit Dates	November 10 to 18, 2025
Location	Greenfield Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
Event Type	FIFA International Friendly Match
Team	Argentina National Football Team
Messi’s Last India Visit	2011, Kolkata
Additional India Tour	December 2025 (Kolkata, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, New Delhi)

FAQs About Messi’s Visit to Kerala

Q1: When will Lionel Messi play in Kerala?Between November 10 and 18, 2025, as part of Argentina’s FIFA friendly matches.

Q2: Where is the match taking place in Kerala?The match will be held at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram.

Q3: Is this Messi’s first time playing in India?No, Messi last played in India in 2011 at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata.

Messi’s upcoming visit to Kerala in November 2025 is set to be a once-in-a-generation event, bringing world-class football and immense excitement to Indian fans. Stay tuned for updates on match details and ticketing through official channels.

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