Lionel Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68

Jorge Messi, the father and agent of Lionel Messi, has died aged 68, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s childhood club Newell’s Old Boys announced on Saturday. Argentine media reported Jorge Messi had passed away on Friday in a hospital in his hometown of Rosario. “His constant companionship and behind-the-scenes leadership were essential in backing every step of Lionel,” Newell’s Old Boys said in a social media post. READ: Lionel Messi on Argentina World Cup loss: ‘The pain is immense’ The 39-year-old Argentine star arrived in his home country on Saturday alongside his partner, Antonela Roccuzzo, and their children, with most dressed [...]... Keep on reading: Lionel Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68
2026-08-09 06:39:20