Lionel Messi’s much-hyped India tour may have hit its first major roadblock. A report from Spanish daily La Nacion quoting an Argentina Football Association (AFA) official claims India “couldn’t meet the requirements” for hosting the Kerala leg, a development that’s left fans heartbroken and confused. The friendly match between Argentina and Australia, scheduled for November, now faces uncertainty despite repeated assurances from Kerala’s Sports Minister and organisers. For India and especially football-crazy Kerala, this was more than just a match; it was a dream moment to witness the GOAT live. But with echoes of the Hong Kong fiasco still fresh, questions arise — will history repeat itself? Or will Messi silence the doubts and make magic happen on Indian soil? Rupha Ramani with more.
