Lionel Messi says not certain to play 'much longer' after father's death
Messi said his father was his closest guide and wrote that he has serious doubts about playing much longer.
- On Wednesday, Argentina superstar Lionel Messi posted an emotional Instagram tribute to his father Jorge Messi, expressing "serious doubts" about continuing to play football for "much longer."
- Jorge Messi died last week at age 68 following a long illness; he served as a pivotal father, friend, and manager throughout his son's storied career.
- During the 2026 World Cup, Messi played while his father was critically ill, later confessing "my legs couldn't go on anymore" as Argentina lost to Spain in the final.
- Following a private funeral in Perez on Sunday, Messi returned to the United States on Tuesday night to rejoin Inter Miami after the club excused him from duties.
- Although Messi remains under contract with Major League Soccer outfit Inter Miami through 2028, his public admission underscores deep uncertainty about his professional future in the sport.
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Messi hints playing career is nearing end with emotional tribute to father
Grieving superstar says he is unsure about playing on “much longer” after death of his father; Emotional tribute reveals depth of their relationship, with skipper saying he doesn’t know “how to go on.” Leer más
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