New Delhi, Oct. 2 -- Argentina's decorated player, Lionel Messi, confirmed his visit to India in December this year, during which he will travel to Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, and subtly hinted at the prospect of visiting one more city.

Over the past month, speculation had been building around Messi's arrival, with various reports indicating it would occur towards the end of the year. On Thursday evening, the Olympic gold medallist announced his first trip to India after 14 years.

On December 13, Messi will make an appearance at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. On December 14 and 15, Messi will be present at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium and Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium, respectively. During his last visit in 2011, the 38-year-old magician play...