13.08.2026 10:30
Cristiano Ronaldo offered his condolences to Lionel Messi, who lost his father, Jorge Messi. The Portuguese star commented on the post Messi made for his father, saying, "Sending my love to you and your family during this difficult time, Leo. Stay strong."
Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi, passed away at the age of 68 on August 8, 2026, at a hospital in Rosario, Argentina, where he had been receiving treatment for some time.
Following his father's death, Messi published an emotional letter recounting moments they shared from his childhood years to the 2026 World Cup.
"YOU LEFT US TOO EARLY"
In his letter written for his father, Messi said, "I knew you were suffering, but you left us too early. You always told me you wanted me to play in the 2026 World Cup. I promised you we would reach the final." The Argentine star also described how his father took him to training sessions during his childhood and never missed any of his matches.
Messi bid farewell to his father with these words: "You were my father, my friend, my coach—in short, my everything. I will miss you so much. Even though you are gone, we will always feel your presence. I will take you as a role model while raising my children. Rest in peace, Dad, thank you."
SUPPORT FOR MESSI FROM RONALDO
Many comments came in on Messi's post, but one of the most notable messages came from Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese star, who competed fiercely with Messi at the pinnacle of the football world for years, said, "Sending my love to you and your family in these difficult times, Leo. Stay strong." Ronaldo's condolence message to Messi received thousands of likes.