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Lionel Messi’s father Jorge Messi dies at 68 after prolonged illness
Jorge Messi, father and longtime representative of football star Lionel Messi, has died at 68 after a prolonged illness. Newell's Old Boys, Lionel's boyhood club, confirmed the death on Saturday, describing Jorge…
The Story in Brief
Jorge Messi, father and longtime representative of football star Lionel Messi, has died at 68 after a prolonged illness. Newell's Old Boys, Lionel's boyhood club, confirmed the death on Saturday, describing Jorge as a pillar in his son's career. The family had requested privacy after his health became public during the World Cup.
Jorge managed Lionel's career from his teenage years at Barcelona through moves to Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Miami. Lionel, now 39, has not disclosed his international future.
The Indian Opinion
The media frenzy over Lionel Messi's tears during the World Cup and the subsequent public dissection of his father's health were unwarranted. The family explicitly asked for privacy, yet speculation continued. Now that Jorge has passed, will the football world finally respect that boundary? Or will Messi's next move on the pitch invite another round of intrusive questions?
Sources (2): english.mathrubhumi.com, sportstar.thehindu.com
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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
