Lionel Messi not sure he will play football for 'much longer' after father's death
BBC • • sports
Key Points:
- Lionel Messi expressed uncertainty about continuing his football career following the death of his father, Jorge Messi, who passed away at age 68 after a long illness.
- Jorge Messi had been Lionel's agent since he was 14 and was a constant presence throughout his rise to becoming one of football's greatest players.
- In an emotional social media post, Messi revealed his struggle to cope with the loss and questioned how he could carry on without his father's support.
- Messi recently led Argentina to the 2026 World Cup final, which they lost to Spain, and has since returned to play for Inter Miami.
- Jorge Messi's private funeral was held in Perez, near Rosario, Argentina, where the family gathered following his passing.
