Mourning for Lionel Messi. According to the reputable newspaper “La Razón,” the father of the great star “passed away” in the early hours of the morning at the age of 68.
Jorge Messi had been hospitalized recently in Rosario due to a serious health issue. In fact, during the World Cup, Leo had been moved to tears after scoring a goal in one of Argentina’s matches. Shortly afterward, he spoke to reporters about the difficult times he was going through, without providing any further details.
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Although he had asked not to speak further on the matter, reports emerged in the following days suggesting that his father was facing health issues. In fact, a journalist reported one of the following days that his father had ultimately passed away.
This news caused quite a stir in the country, as it was not true.
BREAKING NEWS | Leo Messi’s father dies at age 68 after a long illness.
The soccer player had already explained during the World Cup that he was going through a very difficult time https://t.co/sYpvQeLu06 pic.twitter.com/wopRObAuMh
Advertisement— La Razón (@larazon_es) August 8, 2026
*photo source: AP
