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Lionel Messi is mourning the death of his father, Jorge Horacio Messi, who has reportedly passed away at the age of 68 following a long illness.
The news marks a deeply personal moment for the Argentina and Inter Miami star, whose father played a significant role throughout his extraordinary football journey.
Jorge Messi was more than just Lionel’s father. He was one of the most important figures behind the scenes during his son’s rise from a young footballer in Rosario to one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.
A Father Who Was There From The Beginning
Jorge was a constant presence during Messi’s early career and remained closely involved as his son made the move from Argentina to Barcelona as a teenager.
Through the years, he continued to support Lionel as his career reached unprecedented heights, from Barcelona’s greatest successes to Argentina’s long-awaited World Cup triumph.
For Messi, that journey reached its emotional peak in December 2022, when Argentina defeated France on penalties to win the World Cup in Qatar.
Jorge was able to share that unforgettable chapter with his son — a moment that completed the one major achievement that had eluded Messi for much of his career.
A Difficult Period for the Messi Family
According to reports, Jorge’s health had been deteriorating for some time as he battled a serious illness.
His condition reportedly remained a concern for the family, with Lionel staying in regular contact and receiving updates on his father’s health.
The Messi family has now been left to mourn the loss of a man who played an important role not only in Lionel’s life but also in the story behind one of football’s most remarkable careers.
Our deepest condolences go to Lionel Messi and the entire Messi family.
