The organizer of Argentine star Lionel Messi's visit to India has been detained following the chaos that erupted at the stadium where the Rosario native made a very brief appearance. According to the Argentine News Agency, authorities in West Bengal confirmed the detention of the main organizer after a formal complaint was filed, and a written commitment was also demanded to refund ticket money. According to local media, the world champion took a lap of the field, greeting the crowd, and then immediately left the stadium, although it was planned that he would play for a few minutes. The anger of some fans, many of whom had paid over 100 dollars, erupted at that moment, leading to destruction with seats being torn out and water bottles thrown from the stands. The Messi madness continued, but turned into frustration. "Seeing Messi was a dream. I didn't have the opportunity to see him due to the disorganization at the stadium," lamented 37-year-old businessman Nabin Chatterjee. Messi's trip to India, which will continue until Monday, includes four cities: Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi, where he will hold a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as well as local authorities and figures. Previously, before his arrival, a monumental tribute had already been presented: a 21-meter statue showing him lifting the World Cup won in Qatar 2022. The GOAT Tour includes scenic recreations of his home in Miami, a symbolic throne, and a seven-on-seven exhibition match in Hyderabad, which will feature a musical show and celebrities.
