
The city of dreams welcomed Lionel Messi at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, a venue forever etched in Indian sporting history. The ground where India lifted the 2011 Cricket World Cup opened its gates for the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner, turning the evening into a celebration. Before Messi chants filled the stands, Sachin Tendulkar received a rousing reception from fans. The event became a confluence of sport, cinema and politics as the state’s Chief Minister and celebrities felicitated Messi. In a symbolic moment, Messi presented his jersey to Sunil Chhetri. Fans watched Messi, Suarez and De Paul interact with children.