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Messi scores 1st goal since father Jorge's death

Lionel Messi, the renowned Argentinian footballer, scored his first goal since the passing of his father, Jorge Messi, during a match between Inter Miami and Philadelphia Union. The 39-year-old striker netted the decisive goal in the 26th minute at Subaru Park, marking a moment of emotional relief for the player during a challenging period in his life. The goal came just two weeks after his father, a former representative of Messi, died at the age of 68 in Rosario, Argentina, following a prolonged illness.

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