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Jorge Messi, Father of Lionel Messi, Passes Away at 68
sábado, 8 de agosto de 2026
Fuente: bbc.co.uk
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Jorge Messi, who played a crucial role in his son Lionel's football career, has died at the age of 68 after a long illness in Rosario, Argentina.
Jorge Messi, the father and agent of football star Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68 following a prolonged illness. He passed away in a hospital in Rosario, Argentina, early on Saturday morning.
Jorge Messi had been instrumental in his son's career, helping Lionel secure a record eight Ballon d'Or awards and witnessing Argentina's victory in the 2022 World Cup. He had been dealing with health issues, which the family acknowledged during the recent World Cup.
His contributions to Lionel's success were recognized by various organizations, including Newell's Old Boys and the Argentine Football Association, both of which expressed their condolences and support for the Messi family during this challenging time.
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