October 9, 2025

Big news for football fans in India and nearby! The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has chosen Druid Sport as its only commercial partner in the Indian subcontinent. What does that mean? Well, Druid Sport will now handle and sell all the local sponsorship rights for Argentina’s national football teams. This smart move opens doors for Indian companies to connect with the FIFA world champions and their dazzling players. Why now? Argentina is all set to play a thrilling friendly match in Kerala next month. This game is a warm-up before the huge 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico. And guess what? The 2026 World Cup will likely be the legendary Lionel Messi’s last dance on this grand stage! India loves Argentina! With over 250 million fans in India alone, the subcontinent is one of the biggest and most passionate homes for Argentine football outside South America. Both Messi and the late Diego Maradona have felt the immense love from Indian fans during their past visits. Druid Sport, which is based in vibrant Dublin, Ireland, is not new to big deals. Earlier this year, they also became Argentina’s official commercial partner in China. Claudio Tapia, president of AFA, shared his excitement: "We know the passion that South Asian fans have for our team, and we are excited to strengthen this connection through our new partnership with Druid Sport." On the other side, Diarmuid Crowley, CEO of Druid Sport, said, "Our goal is to bring Argentina closer to the millions of fans across the Indian subcontinent and to create meaningful partnerships between AFA and leading regional brands." So, Indian fans and businesses, get ready! The stage is set for a fiesta of football, friendship, and fantastic sponsorships as Argentina’s football magic comes knocking at your door.

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