Messi back in action after father’s death
Lionel Messi made a substitute appearance for Inter Miami on Wednesday following the death of his father and hinting he may retire. Messi’s father Jorge passed away in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina last week at the age of 68 after a long illness. In an emotional social media post, the 39-year-old Argentina forward said … The post Messi back in action after father’s death appeared first on…
Inter Miami's renowned star, Lionel Messi, returned to action on Wednesday for a substitute appearance, following the passing of his father Jorge in Rosario, Argentina last week. The 39-year-old forward, visibly emotional, shared on social media his contemplation of his future in football, expressing uncertainty about continuing his career.
After attending the private funeral in Argentina on Sunday, Messi traveled back to the United States and returned to the field, making a triumphant return at half-time in Miami's 3-2 loss to Leon in the Leagues Cup final group game. Messi had missed Miami's 2-1 defeat to Monterrey in the Leagues Cup on Saturday, but was present for the crucial match against Mexican side Leon, which they lost 3-2.
This marks the first time Miami has been eliminated in the early stages of the competition since its expansion in 2023, the year Messi joined the team and clinched their first trophy. Jorge had been Messi's agent from the age of 14, witnessing his rise to become one of the sport's greatest players and supporting him during Argentina's 2022 World Cup campaign.
Messi's father had urged him to play in one last World Cup, despite his declining health. Miami midfielder Yannick Bright praised Messi's return, highlighting the team's desire to support their captain.
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