The Football star Lionel Messi was warmly welcomed in Mumbai as he visited the Wankhede Stadium. As soon as he landed in Mumbai, the fans gathered to catch a glimpse of the superstar. On Monday evening at 5:45 PM when Messi reached Wankhede Stadium, thousands of fans present there echoed the chants of “Messi… Messi…”.
During this time, Messi also met the legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and football captain Sunil Chhetri. Sachin Tendulkar heaped huge praise for Messi and how he admired his dedication.
“When it comes to Leo, if I have to speak about his game, it wouldn’t be the right platform. And you know, what does one talk about him? He has achieved everything. We really admire his dedication, determination, commitment.
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“And above all, his humility, the person that he is. And on behalf of Mumbaikars and Indians, I would like to wish him and his family the very best of health and happiness to all of you. Thank you once again for being here and encouraging youngsters.” Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar also gifted his jersey to Lionel Messi and the event was also attended by India’s football star Sunil Chhetri and Bollywood celebrities. Messi also gifted his Argentina shirt to Sunil Chettri and the aspiring footballers who played in the rondo, got certificates from Messi, Suarez and De Paul.
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After a successful event in Mumbai, Messi is now on the final leg of his tour and he will be going to Delhi where the football legend will visit Arun Jaitley Stadium. According to various sources he will also be meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and it is also likely that Virat Kohli will be in attendance of his event.
