Lionel Messi's Argentine Team to Dazzle India in 2025 Exhibition Match

Lionel Messi and the Argentine national football team will visit India for an exhibition match in October 2025, marking a historic return 14 years after Messi first played in the country. HSBC India announced a partnership with the team to promote football in India and Singapore.

Football enthusiasts in India are in for a treat as Lionel Messi and his Argentine squad are set to visit the country for an exhibition match in October 2025. This highly anticipated event marks 14 years since Messi last played on Indian soil.

The announcement came after HSBC India partnered with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) to support and promote international football in the region. The collaboration aims to provide unforgettable experiences for fans and further popularize the sport in the country.

AFA President Claudio Fabian Tapia expressed excitement over this milestone partnership, emphasizing the international expansion opportunities it brings to the team, particularly as they gear up for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The partnership will extend across India and Singapore, with hopes for further regional consolidation.

(With inputs from agencies.)