Indian-style World Cup cheering

In Kozhikode, a unique region of India, giant posters of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Neymar continue to dominate the landscape in anticipation of the 2026 World Cup.

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Kozhikode once again became the center of attention with giant posters featuring Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Neymar. Photo: Reuters .

This year's Messi image is taken from a scene of him celebrating a goal against the Netherlands in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup. Photo: Reuters .

Besides Messi, this area also features images of Ronaldo and Neymar. This is a testament to the appeal of the World Cup, as cricket is the number one sport in India. Photo: Reuters .

Previously, during the 2022 World Cup, large images of Messi were also erected throughout Kozhikode. Photo: Al Jazeera .

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Messi, Ronaldo, Neymar, and Ronaldo de Lima are all beloved stars here. Photo: Al Jazeera .

Locals view football as an integral part of their daily lives. Images of Messi, Neymar, and Ronaldo are ubiquitous at roundabouts, riverside locations, and residential areas. (Photo: Al Jazeera )

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