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Messi's family pleads for 'humanity' as Argentina captain’s father faces health issues

The family of Argentina national football team captain Lionel Messi has issued a public statement confirming that his father, Jorge Messi, “is going through a health situation,” amid rumors about Jorge Messi's health.… Grouped from 3 articles across 3 sources.

3 reports3 sourcesJun 19, 2026, 12:04 PM
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EuronewsJun 19, 2026, 12:04 PM

Messi's family pleads for 'humanity' as Argentina captain’s father faces health issues

The family of Argentina national football team captain Lionel Messi has issued a public statement confirming that his father, Jorge Messi, “is going through a health situation,” amid rumors about Jorge Messi's health. The family asked for “responsibility, prudence and humanity.”

Al JazeeraJun 18, 2026, 8:02 PM

Lionel Messi’s father undergoing treatment for health issues, family says

Family statement comes two days after an emotional Messi wiped away tears in Argentina's World Cup match against Algeria.

ABC AustraliaJun 18, 2026, 9:08 PM

Messi calls for 'humanity' as father receives treatment

Argentina superstar Lionel Messi and his family ask the media for "humanity" amid rumours about his father Jorge Messi's health.

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