Lionel Messi's Father, Jorge Messi, Dies Aged 68
Footballer's personal loss follows World Cup final defeat and fuels uncertainty over playing future.
Callum Smith
Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi, died last week at the age of 68.
An Argentine broadcaster falsely reported his death in June; she later issued an emotional apology and stepped down from her position.
Inter Miami teammates wore black armbands in solidarity during their defeat to Monterrey. Lionel Messi posted a message on Instagram, thanking fans for their support during this difficult time.
Despite signing a contract extension with Inter Miami until 2028 last autumn, Messi claims he is unsure how much longer he will continue playing football. Messi may reconsider prolonging his club playing career.
He led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar but could not replicate that success this summer. La Albiceleste succumbed to an extra-time defeat to Spain in the final.
Messi scored a hat-trick in the opening match of the World Cup against Algeria.
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