3 min learnUp to date: Jun 18, 2026 11:04 PM IST
Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, is at present underneath medical supervision and recovering from a well being state of affairs, the Messi household confirmed in an official assertion on Thursday.
The household expressed deep discomfort over the “lack of sensitivity, respect and decency” proven by some individuals in discussing the personal matter, and urged the media and public to keep away from hypothesis.
“We ask for duty, warning and humanity. An individual’s well being and the peace of thoughts of their family members shouldn’t be the topic of hypothesis or irresponsible media consideration,” the assertion learn.
The household additionally clarified that solely Jorge’s closest kinfolk have correct info relating to his situation, and any info not coming from official channels shouldn’t be thought of legitimate.
“In mild of the experiences, rumors, and hypothesis which have circulated in current hours, the household needs to precise its deep discomfort with the dearth of sensitivity, respect, and decency proven by some individuals when discussing a strictly personal household matter.
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“The Messi household informs that Jorge Messi is at present going via a well being state of affairs.
“Right now, he’s underneath medical supervision, recovering and progressing favorably inside the situation he’s experiencing.
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“The household would additionally wish to make clear that solely Jorge’s closest kinfolk have correct and dependable info relating to his situation. Subsequently, any model, assertion, or info that doesn’t come instantly from the household or its official channels shouldn’t be thought of legitimate or truthful.”
The assertion got here hours after Messi scored a hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 World Cup opening win over Algeria, changing into the oldest participant to attain a World Cup hat-trick on the age of 38. The Argentine captain was visibly emotional throughout the match and was seen crying after his first objective.
Messi later revealed the rationale behind his tears, linking it on to his father’s well being.
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“I cried after the primary objective, sure,” Messi mentioned. “Nevertheless it was one thing fully unrelated to soccer. I went via some troublesome days, however I’m grateful to the whole delegation and my teammates as a result of they had been all the time by my facet, giving me a whole lot of power to assist me get via it.”
The household mentioned any related updates on Jorge Messi’s situation will probably be communicated via official channels.