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Jorge Messi, 68, Lionel Messi’s father and longtime adviser, died after an illness, with a Buenos Aires clinic confirming the death; UNICEF mourned his passing, and his health had been a topic during the 2026 World Cup.
Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi’s father and longtime agent, has died at age 68.
Jorge Messi, 68, father of Lionel Messi, died in a Rosario clinic after a long illness; a cause of death wasn’t disclosed. He helped shape Lionel’s early career and life, including the family’s move to Barcelona, and Lionel said the family is in a difficult moment as he continues his career with Inter Miami.
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria, tying Miroslav Klose for the most World Cup goals, while his father Jorge Messi is reportedly under medical supervision for a health-related condition; the family asked for privacy, and Argentina’s group-stage fixtures continue against Austria and Jordan.
Jorge Messi is dealing with a health-related situation and is under medical supervision, with the family asking for privacy and contesting media speculation. Lionel Messi, who was emotional after Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria, later completed a hat-trick to tie Miroslav Klose for the all-time World Cup goals record. Argentina's next group games are against Austria on 22 June (18:00 BST) and Jordan on 28 June (03:00 BST).