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Lionel Messi's team blames ex-Bengal minister for Kolkata event chaos

Lionel Messi's team has accused former West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas of causing chaos during the 'GOAT India Tour' in Kolkata. An email to police alleges Biswas repeatedly touched Messi and brought unauthorized individuals onto the field, forcing the footballer's early departure. Event organizer Satadru Dutta, who previously accused Biswas, is challenging the minister's protection from arrest in court.

17 Jun 2026 6:54 pm