Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJorge Messi, pictured in 2020 (Reuters)Jorge Messi, the father of Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68 in Rosario, Argentina, following a long illness. He passed away at a medical clinic, having spent his final months alternating between the clinic and his home.Jorge Messi was a crucial pillar of support for his son's career, acting as his representative for several years from his early days at Barcelona. Lionel Messi had previously spoken about needing his father's approval after every match.Newell’s Old Boys, Lionel Messi’s first side, posted a tribute to Jorge, saying that they felt “deep sorrow and grief” at his death.In fullLionel Messi’s father dies aged 68 after long illnessMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
‘Deep sorrow’ as Lionel Messi’s father Jorge dies
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJorge Messi, pictured in 2020 (Reuters)Jorge Messi, the father of Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68 in Rosario, Argentina, following a long illness. He passed away at a medical clinic, having spent his final months alternating between the clinic and his home.Jorge Messi was a crucial pillar of support for his son's career, acting as his representative for several years from his early days at Barcelona. Lionel Messi had previously spoken about needing his father's approval after every match.Newell’s Old Boys, Lionel Messi’s first side, posted a tribute to Jorge, saying that they felt “deep sorrow and grief” at his death.In fullLionel Messi’s father dies aged 68 after long illnessMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
