Jorge Messi, the father and longtime representative of Argentina forward Lionel Messi, passed away at age 68 at a medical facility in Rosario following a prolonged illness. His family announced the death, noting that he had spent recent months receiving treatment while remaining close to his wife Celia and three children.
Lionel Messi visited his father following the World Cup before returning to Inter Miami, where he resumed playing last week. Inter Miami face Monterrey at home on Saturday in the 2026 Leagues Cup, though the club has not yet confirmed whether Messi will participate.
