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Messi unsure he will play 'much longer' after father's death
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Lionel Messi said he is uncertain about how much longer he will continue playing football. Messi made the statement following the death of his father, Jorge Messi, who died on January 12, 2025, at the age of 94. The footballer did not specify a retirement timeline or confirm his plans for the current or upcoming season.
