Jorge Messi is widely known as Lionel Messi's father and a familiar presence around the player's career.
Argentine Presenter Florencia Pena Erroneously Claims Jorge Messi Has Died
Argentine presenter Florencia Pena incorrectly stated that Lionel Messi's father Jorge had died, a claim that appears to have been made in error during broadcast coverage.

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