08/08/2026
Jorge Messiโs fought through his illness both during and after the World Cup. Following the final against Spain, Leo urgently traveled to Rosario to spend time with his father.
Leo didnโt have any possibility to meet with his father for two monthsโฆ and bis tears after scoring first goal against Algeria were the first indication of the difficult situation his dad was going through, battle becoming more and more complicated.
โAt one point during the tournament, Messi even considered leaving to go see his dad Jorgeโ, reports Diario Ole. โค๏ธโ๐ฉน
โJorge spent time both hospitalized and then at his home in Rosario, always accompanied by Celia, who also didnโt travelโ.
โHis children Rodrigo, Matรญas and Marรญa Sol came and went to be by his side. Lionel has remained in frequent contact to stay updated on his condition, which at times appeared to improve, though the overall situation remained serious for monthsโ.
This morning, the terrible news arrived for Messiโs family.
Rest in peace, Jorge. Always humble, never showing up on biggest stage, constantly supporting his kids and his family.
Thoughts and prayers with Leo and all of them. ๐๏ธ๐๐ผ
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