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Focus on creating ‘Messis’ in Kerala, not just bringing Messi: O.J. Janeesh

Sports policy, grassroots infrastructure and youth engagement to be prioritised, says Minister

From 'Brazil Houses' to giant Messi cutouts, football fever sweeps Kerala ahead of FIFA World Cup

From 'Brazil Houses' to giant Messi cutouts, football fever sweeps Kerala ahead of FIFA World Cup

Police Summons Ex-Bengal Sports Minister Over Messi Event Mess

The controversy had triggered a political storm at the time.

From Messi to Ronaldo, 13 legends who could play their final FIFA World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to serve as a farewell stage for several of football’s most iconic players. From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to Luka Modrić, Neymar and Mohamed Salah, a generation that has defined the modern game could be making its final World Cup appearances. For some, it is one last chance at glory; for others, a final opportunity to cement enduring legacies.

70ft Messi Statue In Kolkata Taken Down Months After Unveiling Over Safety Concerns | Photos

Concerns regarding the statue's stability were first raised a few days ago when locals alerted the Lake Town police station that it was swaying during storms.

45-ft Lionel Messi statue dismantled; Kolkata PWD says no decision on relocation

Sharmila Guha, a local resident, said the statue had to be tied with ropes from eight sides so that it wouldn’t get uprooted during a recent storm.

Football legend Messi's ‘swaying’ statue from Mamata era taken down in Kolkata, may be relocated

Intervention by PWD followed complaints reportedly from local residents that the massive iron-and-fiberglass structure was swaying in high winds

Police Case Against Ex-Bengal Sports Minister Over Messi Event Mess

Aroop Biswas faces charges under several sections.

Messi Kolkata Tour Row: FIR Filed Against Ex-Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas Over Alleged Threats

FIR against former West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas over alleged threats, extortion and ticket diversion tied to Lionel Messis proposed Kolkata visit, probe underway.

Extortion, VIP tickets: Case against ex-Bengal minister over Messi event fiasco

Extortion, VIP tickets: Case against ex-Bengal minister over Messi event fiasco

Messi Kolkata tour controversy: Former Bengal minister Aroop Biswas, three others face FIR

The FIR also mentions West Bengal DGP and current Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Kumar, the minister's kin and Kolkata Municipal Corporation councillor Juin Biswas and I&CA department secretary Shantanu Basu, holding them responsible for the mayhem at the Salt Lake Stadium.

Messi tour row: FIR against Aroop Biswas filed

Messi set for 6th FIFA show, check team squad

Can Messi deliver for Argentina at his final WC?

Kolkata's 70-Foot Messi Statue To Be Taken Down 5 Months After Installation

Lionel Messi inaugurated the statue virtually during his visit to the city in December 2025.

Messi tour organiser files complaint against former West Bengal Minister, former top cop for ‘sabotaging’ event

The tour organiser Satadru Dutta lodged complaint at the Bidhannagar South Police Station on May 18, 2026