Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi's dad, dies. Argentina star's father was 68

Jorge Messi, father of Argentine football star Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68. Jorge had been dealing with a health-related issue for some time, with the Messi family releasing a statement on June 18 confirming he was under medical care. He was widely described as a key figure in Lionel Messi's career, with tributes calling him 'the pillar' who supported the greatest player of all time with 'vision, rigor, and affection.'