From Tribute to Threat: Wind forces India to pull down Lionel Messi statue

A giant statue of Lionel Messi erected in Kolkata to commemorate the Argentine star’s visit to India in 2025 is set to be removed after authorities raised serious safety concerns. The 21-metre (70-foot) golden-coloured monument, unveiled during Lionel Messi’s “GOAT Tour of India” in Decem

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Anthony Nlebem

Head of Sports at BusinessDay Media, a seasoned Digital Content Producer, and FIFA/CAF Accredited Journalist with over a decade of sports reporting.Has a deep understanding of the Nigerian and global sports landscape and skills in delivering comprehensive and insightful sports content.