Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: India is all set to witness football history this November, as global icon Lionel Messi and the reigning FIFA World Cup champions Argentina are scheduled to arrive in Kerala for a friendly match.
Taking to his social media account Kerala Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman said the official confirmation came through an email communication from the Argentine Football Association (AFA), confirming that the World Cup-winning squad will participate in an international fixture in Kerala during the FIFA International Match Window of November 2025. This marks the first-ever visit of Lionel Messi and his World Cup-winning teammates to India, and the announcement has already sparked excitement among football fans across the country, particularly in football-loving Kerala.
Kerala, which has long celebrated the magic of South American football, is preparing for what many are calling a “dream come true” moment. The Kerala Football Association (KFA), in collaboration with the All India Football Federation (AIFF), is working out the final logistics, including the choice of venue.
Preliminary discussions suggest that the match could take place at the Greenfield Stadium in the state capital city. The upcoming fixture will be part of Argentina’s preparation schedule ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
