Lionel Messi’s Father, Jorge Messi, Dies at 68
Summary
Jorge Messi, the father of soccer star Lionel Messi, died at age 68 in Rosario, Argentina after a long illness. Lionel Messi had shared that his father's health affected him during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and thanked his teammates for their support.Key Facts
- Jorge Messi died at 68 years old in a hospital in Rosario, Argentina.
- He had been battling a long-term illness.
- Lionel Messi revealed his father's illness impacted his mental health during the 2026 World Cup.
- Messi scored three goals against Algeria and showed emotion during that match.
- The Messi family announced Jorge was under medical care and improving a few weeks before his death.
- Jorge Messi worked in a steel factory before moving to Barcelona in 2000.
- He served as Lionel Messi’s manager throughout his soccer career.
- Lionel Messi has played for Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Miami, and won eight Ballon d’Or awards.
- Messi helped Argentina win the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where Jorge was present, but Jorge did not attend the 2026 World Cup.
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