Barcelona and Real Madrid express condolences for Jorge Messi's death
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Barcelona and Real Madrid released statements on August 8, 2026, offering condolences to the Messi family following the death of Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi's father. Jorge passed away at age 68 in Argentina after a long illness. Both clubs emphasized their respect for the Messi family, highlighting Jorge's significance in Lionel's career. The football community has responded with an outpouring of support during this difficult time for Lionel Messi.
- •Jorge Messi died on August 8, 2026, in Argentina.
- •He was 68 years old and battled illness for a long time.
- •Barcelona thanked Jorge for his commitment to the club.
- •Real Madrid expressed regret and offered condolences to the family.
- •The football community has shown widespread support for Lionel Messi.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid, Barcelona unite in touching tribute to Lionel Messi’s late father
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona & Real Madrid release statements following death of Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge
"Spanish football’s two biggest clubs have on Saturday sent messages of respect and condolences the way of the entire Messi family. This comes after confirmation was forthcoming that Jorge Messi, the...
"La Liga giants have just displayed class like no other. Real Madrid and Barcelona have both paid tribute to Lionel Messi following the death of his father, Jorge Messi.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 7:41 PMReal Madrid, Barcelona unite in touching tribute to Lionel Messi’s late father
La Liga giants have just displayed class like no other. Real Madrid and Barcelona have both paid tribute to Lionel Messi following the death of his father, Jorge Messi.
- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 4:00 PMBarcelona & Real Madrid release statements following death of Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge
Spanish football’s two biggest clubs have on Saturday sent messages of respect and condolences the way of the entire Messi family. This comes after confirmation was forthcoming that Jorge Messi, the...
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