Messi’s father dies after prolonged illness
The father of Lionel Messi has passed away after prolonged illness. Aged 68, Jorge Messi died at Sanatorio Centro hospital in Rosario where he had been receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness. He had missed the entire 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by USA, Mexico and Canada between June and July. Jorge was unable attend […]
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