Lionel Messi, the Argentine football icon widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history, visited India this month as part of the “GOAT India Tour 2025,” a fan-engagement and promotional tour spanning four major cities—Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi. The visit marked Messi’s first trip to India in 14 years and drew widespread attention from fans and media across the country.
During his Mumbai visit, a brief interaction between Messi and ISKCON leader Guru Prasad Swami was a
