Messi takes indefinite break from football following death of father Jorge

Aug 11, 2026

Argentine icon Lionel Messi has reportedly suspended his football career indefinitely following the death of his father, Jorge Messi.

AFA, FC Barcelona mourn death of Lionel Messi's father Jorge Messi

Aug 08, 2026

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) on Saturday expressed its condolences following the death of Jorge Messi, father of football superstar Lionel Messi.

Messi arrives in Jamnagar, Anant Ambani to host Argentine star at Vantara

Dec 15, 2025

Football icon Lionel Messi has arrived in Jamnagar, where the Argentine star is scheduled to visit Vantara, the wildlife rescue and conservation centre, and...

Lionel Messi's father Jorge Messi dies at 68 after long illness

Aug 08, 2026

Jorge Messi, the father of Argentina captain Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68, according to the Argentine news outlet La Nacion.

Lionel Messi celebrates birthday with Argentine teammates ahead of match against Chile in Copa America 2024

Jun 25, 2024

Legendary footballer Lionel Messi celebrated his 37th birthday with his Argentine teammates during their Copa America 2024 voyage.

Lionel Messi turns 39: A look at Argentine legend's glittering career

Jun 24, 2026

Argentine legend Lionel Messi, arguably one of the greatest ever to play the beautiful game, turned 39th on Wednesday.