Day 1 of the 'GOAT India Tour' with Lionel Messi had everything: chaos, disappointment, and finally, a bit of magic. Things started wild in Kolkata and ended on a much higher note in Hyderabad. You could feel the pull of Messi everywhere, but the day also laid bare just how tough it is to manage a superstar’s visit.

Kolkata: High Hopes, Big Letdown

Messi touched down in Kolkata early Saturday, with Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul at his side. The city was buzzing—fans had been waiting all night in the cold just to catch a glimpse. This place lives and breathes Argentine football, and they weren’t about to let the moment pass quietly.

First, Messi unveiled a massive 70-foot iron statue of himself with the World Cup trophy at Sree Bhumi Sporting Club. Fans hanging around the airport and h

See Full Page