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Father of soccer star Lionel Messi dies at 68 in Argentina

Father of soccer star Lionel Messi dies at 68 in Argentina

By GhanaSummary NewsroomSouth Africa

Jorge Messi, the father of soccer star Lionel Messi has passed away at the age of 68 at a medical clinic in the Argentine city of Rosario after a long illness, the Argentine footballer’s family confirmed to Reuters.

Jorge spent his final months alternating between a medical center in Rosario and his home, accompanied by his wife Celia and his children Rodrigo,the family said.

Days later, the family issued a statement regarding Jorge’s “health situation”, informing the public that he was undergoing medical treatment.

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