Mastercard and MBANK Launch Lionel Messi Card for the First Time in Central Asia

MBANK customers who hold this card have a chance to attend the UEFA Champions League Final 2026 in Budapest.

Mastercard and MBANK announce the launch of a unique product designed for football fans and those who value exclusive banking solutions. For the first time in Central Asia, the Messi Mastercard Gold card featuring global football icon and Mastercard Ambassador Lionel Messi has been issued. The card symbolizes the fusion of finance and world-class sport, giving cardholders the opportunity to become part of a global football event.

The new Messi Mastercard Gold card features a unique design with the image of Lionel Messi and an exclusive card number that is not repeated anywhere else in the world. It is not just a payment instrument, but also a collectible product for those who love sport, want to be closer to the world of top-level football, and express their individuality.

To celebrate the launch, Mastercard and MBANK are running a large-scale campaign. Customers who pre-order the Messi Mastercard Gold card through the MBANK mobile application between March 16 and April 10, 2026, will automatically be entered into a prize draw. The grand prize is a trip for two to the UEFA Champions League Final 2026 in Budapest.

The grand prize includes:

• Two Category 1 tickets to the match

• Hotel accommodation for two

• A special gift from Mastercard and UEFA

• All transfers according to the program: airport–hotel–airport and hotel–stadium–hotel

In addition to the grand prize, participants will have the opportunity to win exclusive Mastercard and UEFA merchandise sets, including branded sports bags, T-shirts, water bottles, and keychains.

The campaign mechanics are simple: each card pre-order is assigned a unique application number in sequential order. Winners will be determined by pre-defined application numbers:

• No. 300 — merchandise set (sports bag, T-shirt, water bottle, keychain)

• No. 600 — merchandise set (sports bag, T-shirt, water bottle, keychain)

• No. 1000 — a trip for two to the UEFA Champions League Final 2026 in Budapest

Residents of the Kyrgyz Republic who have completed full identification in the MBANK mobile application and have pre-ordered the Messi Mastercard Gold card during the campaign period are eligible to participate.

The Messi Mastercard Gold card combines status, value, and exclusivity. The cost of pre-ordering the card in the MBANK application, including the first year of service, is 1,000 KGS. The card is valid for three years. Cardholders receive 3% cashback on purchases made via POS terminals and online, both in Kyrgyzstan and abroad.

Maksatbek Ishenbaev, Chairman of the Management Board of MBANK:

“For MBANK, this is not just the launch of a new card — it is the creation of a unique product at the intersection of finance, technology, and global sport. For the first time in Central Asia, our customers can obtain a card featuring Lionel Messi — a symbol of excellence, discipline, and victory. We strive to create solutions that provide not only convenience but also emotions. The opportunity to win a trip to the UEFA Champions League Final makes this launch especially significant for our customers.”

Sanzhar Zhamalov, General Manager of Mastercard in Kazakhstan and Central Asia:

“We integrate Mastercard’s global sponsorship assets into innovative marketing projects for customers around the world. Our partnership with Lionel Messi is a unique asset, and today we are pleased to activate it in Kyrgyzstan through the launch of the Mastercard and MBANK card designed for football fans and enthusiasts. This collaboration not only strengthens our presence in the Kyrgyz market but also serves as an important confirmation of our long-term partnership with MBANK.”

The launch of the Messi Mastercard Gold card reaffirms the commitment of Mastercard and MBANK to innovative products that combine global privileges with unique experiences. Now every customer can get closer to the world of top-level football — from the card in their wallet to a seat in the stands at Europe’s biggest match.

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