Overview
- Promoter Satadru Dutta said Lionel Messi has gifted Prime Minister Narendra Modi a personally signed Argentina 2022 World Cup jersey for the PM’s 75th birthday.
- The jersey is expected to reach the Prime Minister’s residence within two to three days, according to the organiser.
- Dutta said they will try to arrange a meeting between Messi and the Prime Minister during the planned GOAT Tour of India from December 13 to 15, noting the meeting is not confirmed.
- The itinerary announced by organisers includes Kolkata, Mumbai and New Delhi, with events proposed at major stadiums subject to venue approvals, security clearances and formal confirmations.
- Separately, the Argentine Football Association has confirmed a November friendly in Kerala, with the state’s sports minister indicating Messi may lead the side as logistics and the venue are finalised.