Lionel Messi, family hit back at rumors of dad’s ‘health issues’ after Argentina star cries mid-match

Source: New York Post

Lionel Messi’s family has confirmed that the Argentina star’s father, Jorge, is experiencing health issues and “recovering and progressing favorably. ” The 38-year-old could be seen crying after his first goal against Algeria on Tuesday, and told reporters after the match that the reaction followed “some difficult, complicated days. ” Amid rumors swirling about Jorge’s health, the family put out a statement hitting out at the “lack of sensitivity, respect, and discretion with which some individuals have treated a strictly private family matter.