Hyderabad’s Uppal Stadium Witnesses Messi Fever as GOAT Plays, Waves, and Celebrates with Fans
Lionel Messi completes his Uppal Stadium visit in Hyderabad, plays football with CM Revanth Reddy, waves to fans, hands over the winning trophy, and meets Rahul Gandhi.
Football legend Lionel Messi successfully completed his scheduled visit to Uppal Stadium in Hyderabad, turning the evening into a historic and emotional moment for fans. From playing football with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to greeting young fans and handing over the friendly match trophy, Messi’s presence left the packed stadium buzzing with excitement.
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Messi Plays Football With CM Revanth Reddy and Young Fans
As part of the programme, Lionel Messi joined CM Revanth Reddy and a group of young football-loving kids on the ground. Messi was seen casually passing the ball, exchanging short plays, and enjoying light football moments, drawing loud cheers from the crowd.
The interaction symbolised sportsmanship and inspired young players watching their hero up close.
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Messi Walks Across Ground, Waves and Kicks Balls to Fans
Messi later walked across the Uppal Stadium ground, warmly waving to fans seated in all stands. In a memorable gesture, he kicked footballs into the crowd as gifts, sending fans into a frenzy as they rushed to catch the balls.
The gesture added a personal touch to the GOAT Tour event, making it a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many.
Friendly Match: RR9 Team Wins with Revanth Reddy’s Goals
A friendly match was played between two teams, with RR9 — the team led by CM Revanth Reddy — emerging victorious.
Match highlights:
- RR9 won 4–0 in regular play
- RR9 won 2–1 in the penalty shootout
- CM Revanth Reddy scored one goal in regular play
- CM Revanth Reddy also scored one goal in the penalty shootout
The crowd erupted as the Chief Minister found the net in both phases of the match.
Messi Hands Over Winning Trophy to RR9 Team
Following the match, Lionel Messi personally handed over the winning trophy to the RR9 team, marking a special moment for the players and spectators.
The trophy presentation was greeted with applause as Messi congratulated the winning side.
Rahul Gandhi Meets Lionel Messi
During the event, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi also met Lionel Messi, exchanging greetings with the football icon. The interaction added political and cultural significance to the historic sports event.
Photos With Winning Team Mark Grand Finale
The programme concluded with group photographs featuring Lionel Messi, CM Revanth Reddy, Rahul Gandhi, and the winning RR9 team. The photo session officially marked the end of Messi’s Hyderabad stadium visit.
Historic Evening for Hyderabad Football Fans
Messi’s Uppal Stadium appearance — filled with football action, fan interaction, and iconic moments — will be remembered as one of the most significant sporting events in Hyderabad’s history.
Fans hailed the event as a celebration of football, leadership, and global sportsmanship.
