Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, has died at the age of 68 in Argentina, according to multiple reports. The Argentine media confirmed the passing of Jorge Messi, who died in a hospital in his hometown of Rosario after a long illness. The news was shared by the family, who confirmed his death to Reuters.

The Inter Miami team, where Messi plays, observed a minute of silence before their match against Monterrey on Saturday. The team expressed their condolences, stating that their hearts are with Messi and his family. The match ended in a 2-1 loss for Inter Miami.

Jorge Messi’s death was also reported by NBC News and other outlets, which noted that he passed away on Friday. The funeral arrangements are yet to be announced, but the Messi family has expressed their grief publicly. The loss of Jorge Messi marks a significant moment for both the Messi family and the Argentine football community.

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