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Messi Kicks Off GOAT Tour in India with Statue Unveiling

12/11/2025

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Lionel Messi, who led Inter Miami to an MLS Cup victory, is to embark on a three-day GOAT Tour in India.
The tour starts in Kolkata on Saturday at 10:30 AM, where Messi will unveil a 70-foot statue created by a 45-member team over 27 days.
After Kolkata, Messi will visit Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi.
The event underscores the ongoing debate over football's greatest player, with Messi's stature firmly established.

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Lionel Messi, who led Inter Miami to an MLS Cup victory, is to embark on a three-day GOAT Tour in India.
The tour starts in Kolkata on Saturday at 10:30 AM, where Messi will unveil a 70-foot statue created by a 45-member team over 27 days.
After Kolkata, Messi will visit Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi.
The event underscores the ongoing debate over football's greatest player, with Messi's stature firmly established.