# Ronaldo consoles Messi after footballer’s father dies at 68

2026-08-12T17:56:04+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk

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Cristiano Ronaldo has publicly condoled Lionel Messi after the death of Messi's father, Jorge Messi, at a hospital in Rosario, Argentina. He was 68. Ronaldo, on the day of his wedding to Georgina Rodriguez, commented on Messi's social media post: "A huge hug to you and yours in these tough times, Leo. Much strength." Jorge Messi was instrumental in his son's career, managing his affairs and accompanying him to Barcelona for the trial that led to La Masia. Messi, in an emotional Instagram post, said he is unsure about continuing football. Sports.ndtv.com reports Messi has suspended his career indefinitely.

## Coverage

- sports.ndtv.com <https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/cristiano-ronaldo-reaches-out-to-lionel-messi-after-devastating-loss-11900990#publisher=newsstand>
- sports.ndtv.com <https://sports.ndtv.com/football/cristiano-ronaldo-reaches-out-to-lionel-messi-after-devastating-loss-11900990>

Tags: condolences, Cristiano Ronaldo, football, Lionel Messi, sportsmanship
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