The arrival of Lionel Messi in India has sparked unprecedented excitement among football fans, with one newly married couple in Kolkata taking fandom to another level. The couple revealed that they cancelled their honeymoon plans just to catch a glimpse of the global football icon during his visit to the city.
Messi arrived in Kolkata as part of his four-city GOAT India Tour, triggering celebrations and fan gatherings across the city. While thousands waited outside venues hoping to see the football legend, the story of the newlyweds quickly went viral on social media.
‘Messi Is More Important Right Now’: Fans Speak
In a video shared by news agency ANI, the woman said she and her husband got married just a week ago on December 5.
“Last Friday we got married, and we cancelled our honeymoon because Messi is coming. This is very important for us. We have been following him since 2010,” she said.
In another clip, the husband added, “We recently got married, but on Messi’s visit, we cancelled our honeymoon plans because we wanted to see him first. We have followed him for the last 10 to 12 years. This moment matters more to us.”
Their decision resonated with football fans across the country, many of whom praised the couple’s dedication and passion for the Argentine legend.
Messi’s Kolkata Schedule
According to reports, Lionel Messi is scheduled to attend a closed-door meeting with sponsors before heading to the main event at Salt Lake Stadium, where he is expected to arrive around 10:50 am.
During the event, Messi will interact with players from the Mohun Bagan ‘Messi’ All Stars and Diamond Harbour ‘Messi’ All Stars, who will face each other in a special exhibition match. The programme will also feature a highly anticipated “Master Class with Messi”, offering young players and fans a rare opportunity to witness the football icon up close.
Other Cities on Messi’s India Tour
After Kolkata, Messi will travel to Hyderabad for the evening leg of the tour. He will then head to Mumbai, where an event is scheduled at the Wankhede Stadium. The final stop of the GOAT India Tour is Delhi, where Messi is expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Messi’s visit marks one of the most high-profile football tours in India, drawing fans from across generations and reaffirming his status as one of the most influential athletes in the world.
