Off the PitchCaughtOffsideUnverified source· 8 Aug 2026
Jorge Messi, Lionel's Father, Dies at 68
The father of football icon Lionel Messi has reportedly passed away in Argentina after a long illness.
Who
Jorge Messi
What
Passed away
Age
68
Where
Hospital in Argentina
What happened. Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messi, reportedly died at a hospital in Argentina at age 68 after a long illness, according to Infobae.
- Infobae reported the death, later covered by Marca and Goal.
- He had suffered from health problems in recent times.
The news is based on reports and has not been officially confirmed by the family.
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