Lionel Messi in India? Emiliano ‘Dibu’ Martinez, Argentine goalkeeper and FIFA World Cup winner, is enjoying a delightful two-day visit to Kolkata, India’s City of Joy. In response to the warm reception he received, Martinez has made a promise to the enthusiastic Kolkata crowd. He has vowed to bring Lionel Messi, back to India for a game, expressing his gratitude and love for the fans.
”I am really pleased to be here. It’s a dream come true coming to India. I’m walking today through the streets, going in the car through the streets today made be realize how beautiful this country is and how pleased I am to be here. So, thankyou very much for coming, Let’s enjoy the show and this is not over. I want to bring Messi to play here in India.” said Martinez!
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A large crowd of fans flocked to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. It was to catch a glimpse of the Argentine World Cup hero. During his visit, he attended two public events at Milan Mela Prangan and the Mohun Bagan tent.
On another day, at Sreebhumi Sporting Club, Martinez made a promise to the Kolkata crowd . He assured them that he will bring Lionel Messi back to India to play in the tri-color nation.
The crowd erupted in a resounding cheer as Martinez’s remarkable statement resonated with the people of Kolkata. The people possess an unparalleled love for Lionel Messi and Argentina. This passionate fanbase has a deep-rooted adoration for the football superstar and his national team.
Messi had previously visited Kolkata in 2011 when he played for Argentina in a FIFA international friendly against Venezuela. Remarkably, that match marked Messi’s debut as the captain of the Argentina national team. Despite not scoring himself, Messi captivated the packed Salt Lake Stadium with his exceptional skills. He contributed an assist from a corner kick, leading to Nicolas Otamendi’s winning header. The three-time World Champions emerged victorious with a 1-0 scoreline.
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