Messi in Kerala? Argentina-Australia friendly football match to be played in Kochi on November 17

The worldwide pleasant soccer match between defending World Cup champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, and Australia might be held at Jawaharlal Nehru Worldwide Stadium, Kaloor, in Kochi, Kerala, on November 17, mentioned a press launch issued by the match sponsors, Reporter Broadcasting Firm, on Tuesday (October 14, 2025).

Ticket fares might be introduced inside a couple of days.

The date has been formally confirmed by the Argentine Soccer Affiliation. The Kerala authorities has additionally obtained formal communication concerning the occasion, the discharge said.

When requested whether or not the federal government had obtained any official intimation, Kerala Sports activities Minister V. Abdurahiman mentioned the sponsors had confirmed it.

Reporter Broadcasting Firm managing director Anto Augustine mentioned followers would have the chance to observe Lionel Messi and his workforce throughout their coaching session on the day earlier than the match.

The launched mentioned an A.R. Rahman musical live performance and a efficiency by rapper Hanumankind could be held on November 16, together with drone exhibits.

Preparations on

The sponsors claimed that preparations on the stadium are progressing at a price of ₹70 crore. The complete venue is being refurbished to satisfy FIFA requirements and supply world-class services. New seatings are being put in all through the stadium, and high-intensity, international-grade lighting methods are being arrange. The VIP galleries and pavilions might be among the many main highlights of the upgraded venue. Greater than 2,000 employees are engaged within the renovation, which is predicted to be accomplished inside 30 days, the discharge famous.

Ticket costs for the match might be formally introduced throughout the subsequent two days.

Mr. Augustine clarified that every one present experiences circulating about ticket charges are false. Official ticket gross sales are anticipated to start by October 18 or 19, he mentioned.