A Silent Partner's Legacy Lives On The passing of Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi's father and agent, has brought a somber mood to the football world.
At 68, his prolonged illness finally caught up with him, leaving behind a legacy that transcends his son's remarkable career. Behind every football superstar is a story of support and sacrifice.
For many, it's an invisible force propelling them forward. Jorge Messi was that driving influence for Lionel, whose emotional World Cup opener in June hinted at the difficulties they were facing together.