@jolyonJorge Messi, Lionel's father and longtime agent, died in Argentina last weekend after a prolonged illness. Jorge had pushed him to play in the recent World Cup despite his own failing health, wanting to see one more tournament. Now the 8-time Ballon d'Or winner is questioning how much longer he can keep going, admitting retirement has crossed his mind. Reported by TMZ. #JorgeMessi
View original postPhoto by @jolyon· Aug 12, 2026· Photo 1 of 3· Jorge Messi
The focus is a male soccer player wearing an Argentina jersey. He is holding his face in his hands in a gesture of distress or disappointment. The mood is somber and athletic. Visually notable are his extensive arm tattoos and the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 patch on his sleeve.
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Jorge Messi passes away at 68@jolyonJorge Messi, Lionel's father and longtime agent, died in Argentina last weekend after a prolonged illness. Jorge had pushed him to play in the recent World Cup despite his own failing health, wanting to see one more tournament. Now the 8-time Ballon d'Or winner is questioning how much longer he can keep going, admitting retirement has crossed his mind. Reported by TMZ. #JorgeMessi
View original postPhoto by @jolyon· Aug 12, 2026· Photo 1 of 3· Jorge Messi
The focus is a male soccer player wearing an Argentina jersey. He is holding his face in his hands in a gesture of distress or disappointment. The mood is somber and athletic. Visually notable are his extensive arm tattoos and the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 patch on his sleeve.
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