Miami lose 2-1 to Monterrey as Messi misses game after father’s death

Lionel Messi missed Inter Miami's 2-1 loss to Monterrey due to the death of his father, Jorge Messi. According to Punch Nigeria, Jorge Messi died at the age of 68. Inter Miami observed a minute of silence before the match to pay tribute to Jorge Messi.

The match saw Inter Miami take an early lead through Rodrigo De Paul's 32nd-minute goal, but they were unable to hold on. Belgian striker Hugo Cuypers equalized for Monterrey in the 47th minute. The Mexican side then scored a 90th-minute winner through Uruguayan striker Diego Rossi.

Tributes have been pouring in for Jorge Messi from across the football world. FC Barcelona, where Lionel Messi played for many years, expressed its condolences to the Messi family. The club's President and Board of Directors acknowledged Jorge Messi's role in entrusting Barcelona with Lionel Messi's early years. Tennis great Rafael Nadal also paid tribute to Jorge Messi, sharing a heartfelt message for Lionel Messi and his family.

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