Argentine football captain Lionel Messi has opened up about his uncertainty regarding continuing his career following the death of his father, Jorge Messi.
Jorge passed away last week at age 68 after a prolonged illness in Rosario, Argentina. Messi shared an emotional tribute on Instagram, expressing his struggle to envision life without his father, who had been his constant support from the start of his football journey.
Messi revealed that fulfilling his father's wish was a key motivation for participating in the recent World Cup, where Argentina finished as runners-up to Spain. He described the pain of realizing his father’s condition had worsened just days before the tournament began and the emotional toll it took on him during matches.
Reflecting on the World Cup final, Messi admitted his physical and emotional exhaustion prevented him from securing a second title for Argentina, but he cherished every moment on the pitch.
Beyond football, Messi pledged to honour his father’s legacy by instilling his values in his own children, ensuring Jorge’s influence remains alive through the next generation.
