Off the PitchGiveMeSportUnverified source· 12 Aug 2026
Messi Breaks Silence After Father's Death
An emotional statement hints at a possible retirement from football.
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Lionel Messi
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Released emotional statement after father's death
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Published Aug 12, 2026
What happened. Lionel Messi has broken his silence following the death of his father with an emotional statement, hinting he could retire from football soon.
- Messi's father Jo has died.
- Statement hints at possible retirement.
- Messi spoke from the heart.
The hint at retirement could signal the end of an era in football.
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