India Gears Up for Lionel Messi’s Argentina: Kerala to Host a Landmark Football Match

Football fans are eagerly awaiting a historic moment: Lionel Messi and the Argentina national team’s visit to Kerala, India, from November 10-18, 2025. This visit will feature a friendly match at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. The announcement by the Argentina Football Association (AFA) has generated massive excitement across India, especially in Kerala, a state where football is a passion. Kerala has shown its support for Argentina for years with blue-and-white murals and flags. Sports Minister V. Abdurahman views the event as a tribute to Kerala’s football history. The event was secured by Reporter TV. This event will be especially moving because Messi is nearing the end of his international career. The match in Kerala could be one of Messi’s last appearances before the FIFA World Cup 2026. Messi’s visit is seen as a gift to Kerala. The match is anticipated to be a major sporting event in Kerala’s history.