Lionel Messi shares tribute to late father Jorge, expresses doubts about continuing to play soccer
MIAMI (AP) — Lionel Messi shared a tribute to his late father, Jorge, on social media on Wednesday, opening up about how difficult it was to lead Argentina to the World…
Lionel Messi has paid tribute to his late father, Jorge, on social media, expressing his emotional struggle in leading Argentina to the World Cup final. Messi shared the message on his Instagram, saying, "I don’t know what I’m going to do without you" in Spanish. Jorge Messi, a significant figure in Lionel's soccer career as his agent and business manager, passed away at the age of 68.
The tribute came after Argentina's runner-up finish in the World Cup, where Lionel was visibly emotional after scoring the first of his three goals. He revealed that his father's declining health precluded his presence at the tournament, prompting Messi to push himself beyond his physical limits during the final match, ultimately failing to feel right.
Messi has received numerous messages of support for his family, and he chose to return to Argentina, foregoing his club Inter Miami's recent match.
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