New Delhi. Jorge Messi, father of Argentina’s legendary footballer Lionel Messi, passed away at the age of 68. He breathed his last after a long illness in Rosario, Argentina. Jorge Messi’s death was confirmed on August 8. He was suffering from health problems for a long time and was kept under the supervision of doctors during his treatment.
Jorge Messi played a significant role in Lionel Messi’s life and football career. He was not only Messi’s father, but also one of the key figures in guiding his professional journey. For a long time, he served as Messi’s agent and played a role in many important matters related to his career.
Jorge has been with Messi since the early stages of his career. He played a key role in the decisions and management of his son’s career as he progressed into professional football. As Messi rose to global prominence, Jorge remained a key part of his professional life.
In June, various reports surfaced regarding Jorge Messi’s health. Following this, the Messi family had to publicly clarify the situation. The family stated that Jorge was suffering from health issues and was being treated under the supervision of doctors. At that time, the family also stated that his condition was improving.
The family expressed displeasure at the rumors and speculation surrounding George’s health. They stated that this was a private matter and that his health condition deserved sensitivity, respect, and confidentiality. Subsequently, public information about George’s health remained limited.
Concerns about Jorge Messi’s health grew again in late July. Lionel Messi skipped the MLS All-Star Game. His decision was linked to his father’s health, and rumors suggested he was visiting him. However, the official reason for this decision was not made public.
Messi returned to the field shortly afterward and participated in an MLS match. Despite this, the family has not released further information about his father’s health. The family has kept the matter private.
Lionel Messi’s recent football career has also been emotionally significant. Under his captaincy, Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Argentina subsequently reached the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but lost to Spain in the final.
Messi was visibly emotional after scoring a goal against Algeria during the World Cup. After the match, he clarified that his tears were unrelated to football and that the past few days had been difficult for him. This sparked speculation about his father’s health.
The passing of Jorge Messi marks the end of an important chapter in Lionel Messi’s personal life. His father supported him throughout his personal and professional journey for years and played a key role in managing his career.