New Delhi, Dec. 13 -- The football icon Lionel Messi's visit at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium) in Kolkata on Saturday witnessed chaos and protests from fans who couldn't get Argentina player's proper view despite paying high prices for tickets.

According to PTI citing police sources, the situation was prevented from completely escalating because Messi was escorted out of the stadium ahead of schedule, and extra security personnel were deployed, eyewitnesses stated.

Tickets for the event were reportedly priced between Rs.4,500 and Rs.10,000, with numerous fans arriving early in the morning hoping for a close glimpse of the football superstar.

"People have spent a month's salary to see Messi. I paid Rs.5,000 f...