Jorge Messi, Father of Lionel Messi, Dies at 68

Jorge Messi, the father of football star Lionel Messi, passed away at age 68 on Friday night in Rosario, Argentina, following a long illness.

The family confirmed the death after Jorge spent his final months receiving medical treatment in Rosario, accompanied by his wife Celia and children.

Newell’s Old Boys, Lionel Messi’s childhood club, issued a tribute honoring Jorge’s role as a pillar of support throughout the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner's career.