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Lionel Messi Expected To Play In India Next Year , Says Kerala CM Vijayan

November 20, 2024: The Argentina national football team, led by captain Lionel Messi, is set to visit Kerala in 2025 for a friendly match.

This announcement was made by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who expressed the state’s deep passion for football. He emphasized that the visit of the reigning World Cup champions, including Messi, is a testament to Kerala’s love for the sport. The visit was facilitated through the efforts of the Kerala government, with support from the state’s business community willing to bear the financial costs.

The match is set to be a historic occasion, marking a major milestone for Kerala, and is expected to enhance the state’s position on the global sports map. Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman confirmed that the Argentina team had agreed to play in the friendly match, and arrangements are being made under government supervision. He also highlighted the state government’s initiatives to boost Kerala’s sports economy, including organizing a successful sports conclave earlier this year.

This visit will be a momentous event for Kerala’s football community, and fans are eagerly anticipating the chance to watch Messi and his teammates in action. The official announcement from the Argentina Football Association is expected within the next month and a half.

Disha Rojhe

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