Lionel Messi said he is uncertain of his football future following the death of his fatherLionel Messi has cast doubt on his future following the death of his father last week aged 68. Jorge Messi died on Saturday in hospital in his hometown of Rosario following a long illness. I used to just play football, and now I’m really not sure if I’ll carry on doing it for much longer. Messi, who joined MLS side Inter Miami in 2023, captained Argentina to victory in the 2022 World Cup and led them to the 2026 World Cup final, losing 1-0 to Spain. Messi was below par during the World Cup final defeat to Spain (Martin Rickett/PA)“Rest in peace and take care of us from above like you did here.