Jorge Messi, Patriarch of a Football Dynasty, Passes Away at 68
Jorge Messi, who shaped his son Lionel’s career from early days at Newell’s Old Boys to the pinnacle of world football, died on August 8, 2026, in Rosario. His influence was felt especially during Argentina’s recent World Cup triumph, where the elder Messi’s legacy was celebrated by fans and the club that first nurtured the legend.
Aug 8, 2026