Lionel Messi concludes GOAT India tour
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The inaugural edition of the Messi Cup, a tournament launched by Lionel Messi earlier this year for U16 teams, was won by Argentine giants River Plate, who defeated Atlético Madrid in Sunday’s final.
Lionel Messi completed the final leg of his much-anticipated G.O.A.T India Tour in New Delhi on Monday, bringing an end to a whirlwind visit that saw the global football icon receive an overwhelming reception across four major Indian cities.
Messi's appearance was abruptly cut short after 20 mins as fans began throwing debris in reaction to being kept at a distance from the star
Messi becomes the sixth player in MLS history to win MVP and a championship in the same season. Of the previous five, only Atlanta United's Josef Martinez in 2018 won MVP, a title and the Golden Boot as the league's scoring champion all in the same year, another hat trick of sorts that Messi achieved in 2025.
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Inter Miami ended a dream 2025 with their maiden MLS Cup title. Lionel Messi carved his name in MLS history in golden letters as Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets bid farewell to the sport with one final piece of silverware.
Lionel Messi's "GOAT Tour" of India was marred by chaotic scenes Saturday after fans threw ripped up seats and invaded the pitch.
Messi has capped off one of the most successful seasons in league history and been rewarded with another MVP award. No player has ever won the award in consecutive years, while Preki is the only player to win the award twice.
Lionel Messi arrived in Jamnagar to conclude his G.O.A.T India Tour 2025, accompanied by Luis Suárez under tight security. Hosted by Anant Ambani, the football legend will spend a night at Vantara, the wildlife rescue and conservation centre.