Jorge Messi played a fundamental role in one of football's greatest stories.
In 2000, when 13-year-old Lionel Messi was invited to Barcelona for a trial, Jorge travelled with his son from Rosario to Spain in pursuit of an opportunity. With the family unable to afford Lionel's growth hormone treatment in Argentina, Jorge worked closely with Barcelona to reach an agreement that included covering the medical costs that were essential for his development.
He made the difficult decision to leave behind his home and much of his life in Argentina so his son could focus entirely on football in a new country.
As Lionel Messi's career progressed, Jorge became his representative, managing his affairs while remaining a constant presence throughout every stage of his journey.
Behind one of the greatest careers football has ever seen was a father whose belief, sacrifices and commitment helped make it possible.
Jorge Messi has died at the age of 68.
Rest in peace. ❤️🕊️
Lionel Messi’s father Jorge has passed away at 68 years old.
Thoughts are with the whole Messi family, Lionel, those close to him in a very difficult time.
Rest in peace, Jorge. 🕊️
@wisdom2048@BigTaiwo7@McFlybowy Only on paper, tactically Portugal have been unlucky with shit coaches. I also don't think Argentina in 2022 were mid, Lionel Scaloni used Messi perfectly combined with a fluid team and perfect chemistry. Nothing to say about 2026, worst finalist ever for a reason.
@lumumba2_0@wisdom2048@BigTaiwo7@McFlybowy Fair enough though I think that was only on paper. Portugal have been unlucky with shit managers throughout Ronaldo's career whereas Lionel Scaloni understood what he had to do.
@wisdom2048@BigTaiwo7@McFlybowy so are we pretending argentina and portugal are on the same level historically and during messi and ronaldo's international era's?
@wisdom2048@BigTaiwo7@McFlybowy right so that means Messi before 2022 was shit? lmao you lot were gassing him up as the greatest of all time before 2022 (rightfully so and 100% deserved), and now you change the goalposts. have some shame.