MUMBAI, Feb 28: In a historic first, football’s greatest rivalry will unfold on Indian soil as the legends of Real Madrid and Barcelona prepare to clash in the highly anticipated ‘Legends Faceoff.’ The match will take place on April 6 at Navi Mumbai’s 55,000-capacity DY Patil Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 7 PM IST. Fans can expect to witness iconic footballing greats such as Luis Figo, Fernando Morientes, and Rivaldo, with more legendary names to be revealed in the coming days.

This marks the second visit of the Barca Legends to India, after their dominant 6-0 victory over Mohun Bagan veterans in Kolkata in 2018. India, with over 40 million La Liga fans, has become an emerging powerhouse in global football, contributing to record-breaking viewership and large digital football communities. The clash between Real Madrid Legends and Barcelona Legends further solidifies India’s rising role in international sporting events.

The rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona, one of football’s most intense and historic, dates back to 1902, with legends like Di Stefano, Cruyff, Messi, and Ronaldo defining the matchups over the decades. Indian fans are set to witness this legendary showdown live for the first time. Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself has recognized the immense fan following of both clubs in India.

John Zaidi, CEO & Co-founder of The Sports Front, highlighted the significance of the event, noting that it goes beyond football, showcasing India’s increasing prominence in the global sports landscape. Anirudh Poddar, COO & CFO of The Sports Front, expressed the vision of positioning India as a destination for premier global sporting events. This match is seen as a monumental step toward achieving that goal.

Fans can register for early access to tickets via the District app by Zomato, with the official ticket launch date to be announced soon.