Lionel Messi Attends Private Funeral for Father Jorge Messi in Rosario
Euronews1 min read122 words
Lionel Messi attended a private funeral for his father and longtime agent, Jorge Messi, at El Prado cemetery in Rosario on Sunday, days after the 68‑year‑old passed away. The ceremony was held in the hometown that shaped the football legend’s early career.
Jorge Messi had been a key figure in his son’s life, guiding his professional journey from the beginning. The funeral, conducted in a modest setting, allowed family and close friends to pay their respects without the public attention that typically surrounds the star’s life.
The event marked a quiet moment for the Argentine icon, who has long spoken of his father’s influence on his career. The private service underscored the personal nature of the loss for Messi and his family.
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