In what’s set to be a blockbuster evening where Bollywood meets football, Lionel Messi’s “GOAT Tour of India 2025” will arrive in Mumbai on December 14. The Argentine maestro will grace the Wankhede Stadium, which will be transformed into a fan-festival hub for one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year. A dream come true for the Indian football fans.
Messi’s last visit to India came back in 2011 for a friendly in Kolkata. Fourteen years later, he returns for a grander, multi-city celebration. Arranged by Satadru Dutta, the tour will see Messi grace cities like Mumbai, New Delhi and Kolkata.
Lionel Messi Mumbai event details
The Mumbai leg will offer fans more than just a glimpse of the footballing legend. The evening will kick off at 5:30 PM IST, with gates opening by 3:20 PM and pre-show festivities starting from 4:30 PM onwards.
From a celebrity football face-off to a Padel GOAT Cup (reflecting Messi’s passion for padel), the evening will bring together the biggest names from Indian sports and entertainment, including Shah Rukh Khan, MS Dhoni, and Sachin Tendulkar, among others. The show flow for the Mumbai event is as follows:
| Segment | Duration |
|---|---|
| Celebrity Football Match (1st Half) | 15 mins |
| Half-time Musical Tribute to Messi | 10 mins |
| 2nd Half | 15 mins |
| G.O.A.T Cup Handover | 5 mins |
| Penalty Shootout | 10 mins |
| Football Clinic | 30 mins |
| Felicitation Ceremony | 10 mins |
| Stadium Drive-Through | Messi takes a lap of honour around Wankhede |
The evening promises a mix of star power, nostalgia, and celebration, a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Indian fans to witness Messi in a uniquely curated spectacle.
Lionel Messi Mumbai tour: Ticket information
For fans eager to catch Messi live in Mumbai, the official ticket partner is District (by Zomato). The booking window has opened and demand is soaring. Tickets are available across multiple stands and lounges, with categories ranging from general access to exclusive hospitality boxes. Below is a detailed breakdown of ticket prices and current availability:
| Stand | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| HSBC Starstruck Lounge – Ajit Wadekar Stand – Level 4 | ₹14,750 | Available |
| Garware Pavilion – A to C (Level 3) | ₹8,850 | Available |
| Garware Pavilion – D (Level 3) | ₹8,850 | Sold Out |
| Vitthal Divecha Pavilion – G to I (Level 1) | ₹11,800 | Available |
| Sunil Gavaskar Pavilion – E (Level 2) | ₹7,670 | Available |
| Sunil Gavaskar Pavilion – I, K, L (Level 1) | ₹9,440 | Available |
| Sachin Tendulkar Stand – A to G (Level 3) | ₹7,080 | Available |
| Sachin Tendulkar Stand – O (Level 2) | ₹8,260 | Available |
| Sachin Tendulkar Stand – R, S, T (Level 1) | ₹9,440 | Available |
How to book tickets for Lionel Messi’s event in Mumbai
Fans can book their tickets for the Lionel Messi GOAT Tour – Mumbai exclusively through the District app or website.
The sale process remains the same as other cities:
- October 8: Exclusive pre-sale for HSBC credit card holders starting at 12:00 PM IST.
- October 9: General public sale begins at 2:00 PM IST.
Each user can book up to four tickets per transaction.
Book tickets for the G.O.A.T India Tour 2025 (Mumbai) here: https://www.district.in/events/messi-goat-concert-14-dec-2025-mumbai-buy-tickets?open_queue=true
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