Salt Lake Stadium

Salt Lake Stadium, located in Kolkata, India, is a large multi-purpose stadium. It recently became newsworthy due to incidents of fan unrest during Lionel Messi's visit as part of his India tour in December 2025. Thousands of fans, who paid significant sums to see Messi, were reportedly disappointed by his brief appearance and limited visibility. This led to disruptive behavior, including fans breaking down barricades, storming the pitch, ripping up seats, and throwing objects. News agencies reported the chaos, highlighting the fans' frustration. The incident underscores the intense passion for football and Messi's global appeal, while also raising concerns about event management and crowd control at large-scale sporting events.