The family of Lionel Messi has released an official statement confirming that his father, Jorge, is experiencing health issues. The Argentina captain was seen in tears after scoring the first goal in a 3-0 World Cup victory over Algeria, later revealing that his emotional reaction was due to something unrelated to football.
Official Statement Released
The statement read: "The Messi family informs that Jorge is going through a health situation. At this time, he is under medical monitoring, recovering and evolving favorably within the condition he is presenting."
The family expressed distress over the lack of sensitivity and respect shown by some in treating a private family matter. They clarified that only close relatives have accurate information and urged the public to avoid speculation.
Messi's Emotional Performance
After the match, Messi confirmed his tears were due to personal reasons. He went on to score two more goals, completing his first World Cup hat-trick and equaling Miroslav Klose's all-time record of 16 World Cup goals.
The family requested privacy and thanked fans for their support, promising to communicate any relevant updates through official channels.
