Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi's Father, Passes Away at 68

WHO:

Bleacher Report - Jorge Messi passed away at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina, surrounded by his wife and three of his children.

CNN - Dr. Carlos Mackey, the medical director of Sanatorio Centro, confirmed that Jorge Messi passed away in the early hours of the morning.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi is survived by his wife, Celia, and his four children: Lionel, Rodrigo, Matías, and María Sol.

USA Today - Jorge Messi served as Lionel's agent and was a significant figure in his career.

CNN - Jorge Messi was surrounded by his wife, Celia, and three of his children at the time of his passing.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

Al Jazeera - Jorge Messi was a renowned supporter, businessman, and the father of the captain of the Argentina national team, Lionel Messi.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi is survived by his wife, Celia, and his four children: Lionel, Rodrigo, Matías, and María Sol.

USA Today - Jorge Messi served as Lionel Messi's agent and was a significant figure in his career.

CNN - The Argentine Football Association announced that a minute's silence would be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi was surrounded by his wife, Celia, and three of his children at the time of his passing.

USA Today - Jorge Messi served as Lionel's agent and was a significant figure in his career.

CNN - The Argentine Football Association announced that a minute's silence would be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi was surrounded by his wife, Celia, and three of his children at the time of his passing.

USA Today - Jorge Messi was 68 years old at the time of his death.

CNN - Dr. Carlos Mackey, the medical director of Sanatorio Centro, confirmed Jorge Messi passed away in the early hours of the morning.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi was the father of Lionel Messi, Inter Miami striker and Argentina legend.

USA Today - Jorge Messi served as Lionel's agent and was a significant figure in his career.

CNN - Jorge Messi was surrounded by his wife, Celia, and three of his children at the time of his passing.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi is survived by his wife, Celia, and his four children: Lionel, Rodrigo, Matías, and María Sol.

USA Today - Jorge Messi served as Lionel's agent and was a significant figure in his career.

CNN - Jorge Messi was accompanied by his wife, Celia, and three of his children at the time of his passing.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi is survived by his wife, Celia, and his four children: Lionel, Rodrigo, Matías, and María Sol.

Al Jazeera - Dr. Carlos Mackey, the medical director of Sanatorio Centro, confirmed Jorge Messi passed away in the early hours of the morning.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi, father and agent of Lionel Messi, died at the age of 68.

USA Today - Jorge Messi served as Lionel Messi's agent and was a significant figure in his career.

CNN - Jorge Messi was the father of Lionel Messi, the captain of the Argentina national team.

Al Jazeera - Jorge Messi was accompanied by his wife, Celia, and three of his children at the time of his passing.

WHAT:

Bleacher Report - Jorge Messi died after a long illness.

CNN - The Argentine Football Association announced that a minute's silence would be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died "after a long illness" at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina.

USA Today - Jorge Messi's death was confirmed by multiple clubs, including FC Barcelona and Newell's Old Boys.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi negotiated Lionel's deals with FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Miami.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died "after a long illness" at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina.

USA Today - Jorge Messi's death was confirmed by multiple clubs, including FC Barcelona and Newell's Old Boys.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi negotiated Lionel's deals with FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Miami.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died "after a long illness" at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina.

USA Today - Jorge Messi's death was confirmed by multiple clubs, including FC Barcelona and Newell's Old Boys.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died "after a long illness" at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina.

USA Today - Jorge Messi's death was confirmed by multiple clubs, including FC Barcelona and Newell's Old Boys.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died "after a long illness" at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina.

USA Today - Jorge Messi's death was confirmed by multiple clubs, including FC Barcelona and Newell's Old Boys.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died "after a long illness" at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina.

USA Today - Jorge Messi's death was confirmed by multiple clubs, including FC Barcelona and Newell's Old Boys.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died "after a long illness" at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina.

CBS Sports - Newell's Old Boys stated Jorge Messi was a "renowned supporter, businessman and the father of the captain of the Argentina national team, Lionel Messi."

USA Today - Jorge Messi's death was confirmed by multiple clubs, including FC Barcelona and Newell's Old Boys.

USA Today - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

USA Today - Jorge Messi negotiated Lionel's deals with FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Miami.

CNN - The Argentine Football Association announced that a minute's silence would be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Lionel Messi scored a hat trick in Argentina's opening World Cup game against Algeria, and after the match, he stated, "I am thankful for the support I have received from my teammates and the staff during this time."

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was the one who traveled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that would open the doors to La Masia, the club’s youth academy.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a pivotal figure in Lionel's career, serving as his agent and business manager.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

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CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died "after a long illness" at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina.

USA Today - Jorge Messi's death was confirmed by multiple clubs, including FC Barcelona and Newell's Old Boys.

Al Jazeera - Jorge Messi was surrounded by his wife, Celia, and three of his children at the time of his passing.

CNN - The Argentine Football Association announced that a minute's silence would be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from various soccer organizations, including Real Madrid and CONMEBOL.

CBS Sports - Lionel Messi scored a hat trick in Argentina's opening World Cup game against Algeria, and after the match, he stated, "I am thankful for the support I have received from my teammates and the staff during this time."

USA Today - Messi scored eight goals in eight matches at the World Cup, finishing runner-up to Kylian Mbappé in the Golden Boot race.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died in Rosario, Argentina, after an illness.

USA Today - Jorge Messi was 68 years old at the time of his death.

Bleacher Report - Jorge Messi passed away at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina, after a long illness.

NBC 6 South Florida - Jorge Messi's death was confirmed by Newell’s Old Boys, the club where Lionel Messi began his career.

World Soccer Talk - Jorge Messi's passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from the soccer community.

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CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died in his native city of Rosario, Argentina.

CNN - Jorge Messi passed away at Sanatorio Centro, a medical center in Rosario, Argentina.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died in his native city of Rosario, Argentina.

CNN - Jorge Messi passed away at Sanatorio Centro, a medical center in Rosario, Argentina.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi died in his native city of Rosario, Argentina.

CNN - Jorge Messi passed away at Sanatorio Centro, a medical center in Rosario, Argentina.

WHEN:

USA Today - Jorge Messi died on August 8, 2026.

Al Jazeera - A minute's silence will be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

USA Today - Jorge Messi died on August 8, 2026.

Al Jazeera - A minute's silence will be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

USA Today - Jorge Messi died on August 8, 2026.

Al Jazeera - A minute's silence will be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

USA Today - Jorge Messi died on August 8, 2026.

USA Today - Jorge Messi died on August 8, 2026.

Al Jazeera - A minute's silence will be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

USA Today - Jorge Messi died on August 8, 2026.

Al Jazeera - A minute's silence will be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

Al Jazeera - A minute's silence will be held at all matches in Argentina over the weekend in memory of Jorge Messi.

USA Today - Jorge Messi died on August 8, 2026.

CBS Sports - Jorge Messi's health issues were publicly addressed during the 2026 World Cup.

Bleacher Report - Lionel Messi scored a hat trick in Argentina's opening World Cup game against Algeria on June 16, 2026.

WHY:

NBC 6 South Florida - The Messi family expressed discomfort at the media's handling of Jorge's health situation, stating, "A person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest."

NBC 6 South Florida - The Messi family expressed discomfort at the media's handling of Jorge's health situation, stating, "A person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest."

USA Today - Jorge Messi had been dealing with health-related issues prior to his death.

NBC 6 South Florida - The Messi family expressed discomfort at the media's handling of Jorge's health situation, stating, "A person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest."

USA Today - Jorge Messi had been dealing with health-related issues prior to his death.

NBC 6 South Florida - The Messi family expressed discomfort at the media's handling of Jorge's health situation, stating, "A person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest."

USA Today - Jorge Messi had been dealing with health-related issues prior to his death.

NBC 6 South Florida - The Messi family expressed discomfort at the media's handling of Jorge's health situation, stating, "A person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest."

NBC 6 South Florida - The Messi family expressed discomfort at the media's handling of Jorge's health situation, stating, "A person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest."

USA Today - Jorge Messi had been dealing with health-related issues prior to his death.

NBC 6 South Florida - The Messi family expressed discomfort at the media's handling of Jorge's health situation, stating, "A person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest."

USA Today - Jorge Messi had been dealing with health-related issues prior to his death.

NBC 6 South Florida - The Messi family expressed discomfort at the media's handling of Jorge's health situation, stating, "A person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest."

USA Today - Jorge Messi had been dealing with health-related issues prior to his death.

CNN - The Messi family requested privacy regarding Jorge's health situation during the World Cup.

HOW:

USA Today - Jorge Messi negotiated Lionel's deals with FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Miami, and he managed Lionel's name, image, and likeness rights, as well as his numerous investments.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child, which was initially declined by clubs in Argentina.

The New York Times - Jorge Messi was a supervisor at a metal factory in Rosario before his son’s career took off and also helped coach at the local Grandoli soccer club, where Lionel played his first games.

USA Today - Jorge Messi negotiated Lionel's deals with FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Miami.

Al Jazeera - Jorge Messi played a crucial role in securing Lionel's treatment for Growth Hormone Deficiency when he was a child.

Jorge Messi has passed away at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina, after a long illness, surrounded by his wife and three of his children, as confirmed by Dr. Carlos Mackey, the medical director of Sanatorio Centro. In honor of Jorge Messi, the Argentine Football Association has announced that a minute's silence will be observed at all matches in Argentina over the upcoming weekend. The Messi family has expressed discomfort with the media's handling of Jorge's health situation, emphasizing that personal health matters should not be subjected to speculation or irresponsible interest.