Off the PitchMirror FootballUnverified source· 12 Aug 2026
Messi Thanks Fans After Father Jorge's Death
Messi breaks silence with an emotional tribute to his late father, Jorge.
L. Messi
player
Who
Lionel Messi
What
Father Jorge died at 68 after long illness
When
Friday evening
Where
Hospital in Rosario, Argentina
What happened. Lionel Messi publicly thanked fans for their support following the death of his father, Jorge, who passed away at 68 after a long illness.
- Messi said 'Te amo, pa' in his first public message.
- Jorge was Messi's agent since he was 14.
- Cristiano Ronaldo sent his condolences.
“I want to sincerely thank everyone for the love, respect, and immense consideration you showed my family and me during this painful time following my father's passing.”
— Lionel Messi
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