Follow updates of the Lionel Messi G.O.A.T tour of India where the 2022 FIFA World Cup-winning captain of Argentina and an eight-time Ballon d'Or winner will now stop in New Delhi.

Lionel Messi's final India appearance was marked by protests against Delhi's severe air pollution. Fans chanted about the AQI as Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took the stage. The hazardous pollution levels were a stark contrast to the celebratory atmosphere for the football icon.

Lionel Messi’s Delhi visit unfolded across two contrasting settings, large fan presence at Arun Jaitley Stadium and a tightly controlled private stay at a vacated luxury hotel, along with a closed-door Rs 1 crore meet-and-greet,

Chants of 'AQI' greeted Delhi CM Rekha Gupta at a Messi event, highlighting severe pollution concerns in the capital.

One viral post read, “Messi, aapka Delhi mein swagat hai. I heard your left leg is insured for $900 million. Lungs ka kya?” Another quipped, “Messi has 896 career goals. Tomorrow, Delhi’s AQI will beat that.

Delhi is abuzz with excitement as fans eagerly await his public appearance at the Arun Jaitley Stadium and high-profile meetings.

Rodrigo De Paul is jokingly considered by fans to be Lionel Messi's bodyguard as the midfielder has always been by his side during Argentina duty.