Messi’s Father Passes After Long Battle | Cork News

Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge, has passed away at 68 after a long illness, leaving the football legend heartbroken and reflecting on a life deeply shaped by his dad’s unwavering support—from early Barcelona days to his global stardom. Jorge, who once served as Leo’s agent and constant confidant, was by his side in his final months in Rosario. The emotional toll of this loss has been evident in Messi’s recent public moments, as he struggled to balance family grief with professional commitments, including time spent with his father before returning to Inter Miami. This is a profound personal blow for one of the world’s most iconic athletes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3c6cbcf4f82d5d40