Lionel Messi doubts playing 'for much longer' after father's death
- Posted Thu 13 Aug 2026 at 7:03amThu 13 Aug 2026 at 7:03amLionel Messi's father played a significant role in his son's professional career, having served as his agent and business manager.
- (Reuters: Agustin Marcarian)In short:Lionel Messi, 39, says his legendary football career is uncertain to last "much longer" in a tribute to his late father posted on social media.
- Messi's father, Jorge, died on Saturday after being hospitalised during last month's FIFA World Cup, where Messi and Argentina made the final.
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- Posted Thu 13 Aug 2026 at 7:03amThu 13 Aug 2026 at 7:03amLionel Messi's father played a significant role in his son's professional career, having served as his agent and business manager.
- (Reuters: Agustin Marcarian)In short:Lionel Messi, 39, says his legendary football career is uncertain to last "much longer" in a tribute to his late father posted on social media.
- Messi's father, Jorge, died on Saturday after being hospitalised during last month's FIFA World Cup, where Messi and Argentina made the final.
Sources: ABC Australia