Published on
19/06/2026 - 14:04 GMT+2
The family statement, released by Messi’s media office, came on the same day that reports of Jorge Messi’s death began circulating in Argentina.
“Jorge is going through a health situation,” the Messi family said in a statement. “He is currently under medical observation, recovering and progressing favorably within his current condition.”
The 38-year-old Messi said after Argentina's 3-0 victory over Algeria in the team's opening World Cup match that he was going through a difficult personal situation.
