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Messi led Argentina to face Australia in Kochi in November

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Messi Led Argentina To Face Australia In Kochi In November

By IANS News September 23, 2025 • 11:30 AM View: 210

Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium: Football fans in Kerala are in for a historic treat as Lionel Messi and Argentina’s World Cup-winning squad are set to play in Kochi this November.

The highly anticipated international friendly will see Argentina face Australia, according to officials, with the match likely scheduled between November 15 and 18 at the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium.

While speculation had been rife in recent weeks about Argentina’s opponent and the logistics of the high-profile game, clarity has now emerged.

TAGS Lionel Messi World Cup Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium Kerala Sports Minister Asian Football Confederation Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium World Cups

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