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Lionel Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68
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Jorge Messi, the father and long-time agent of football superstar Lionel Messi, has passed away at the age of 68. He was instrumental in his son's career, serving as his first coach and primary mentor throughout his rise to global fame.
Jorge Messi, the father and agent of Lionel Messi, has died aged 68, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's childhood club Newell's Old Boys announced on Saturday (August 8, 2026).
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