Why did Messi burst into tears?

Sources close to the situation revealed that Messi's tears after scoring Argentina's opening goal were likely due to his father's serious health problems.

In the match between Argentina and Algeria at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on June 17th, Lionel Messi became the center of attention after scoring a hat-trick. The image of the star striker breaking down in tears after scoring the opening goal became the most touching moment of the match.

After the match, Messi revealed that his tears were not related to football but stemmed from personal difficulties he had experienced before the tournament.

The Daily Express reports that, according to a source close to the family, Lionel Messi's father, Jorge, is facing serious health problems.

Overcoming family issues, the 38-year-old player demonstrated extraordinary character, inspiring Argentina to a crucial victory in their first match of the tournament.

Messi burst into tears after scoring the opening goal for Argentina in their first match of the 2026 World Cup. Photo: Reuters.

Shortly afterward, sports journalist Eduardo Feinmann revealed on Radio Mitre, one of Argentina's most listened-to radio stations, that Messi's father was unwell. "This concerns his father. He's not well. It's been quite a while, several months now, starting last year," Feinmann said.

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Reporters revealed this week that Jorge's health has taken a slight turn for the worse, and Messi is going through an internal struggle. In other words, like any other human being, he is very worried about his father.

There are also reports that Jorge experienced a "health incident" at home in January and had to be hospitalized. Reports indicate he underwent cardiovascular and neurological examinations, but a definitive diagnosis has yet to be made.

Messi's father has had a huge influence on the football legend's career and continues to support his son behind the scenes. Jorge Messi serves as his agent and business manager for the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner.

Messi's parents married in 1978 and are still happily married, alternating between Miami and Rosario. Messi has three other siblings.

Before embarking on managing Messi's football career and business empire, Jorge Messi worked in the steel industry. If Messi's father could watch this match, he would witness his son equal the all-time World Cup goalscoring record with 16 goals, matching Miroslav Klose's record.

The 2026 World Cup holds special significance for Lionel Messi. This marks his sixth appearance at the biggest football tournament on the planet, an unprecedented achievement in the competition's history.

In the stands on June 17th, Messi's wife, Antonella Roccuzzo, and their three sons, along with many other relatives, were present to cheer him on. After the match ended, Roccuzzo wrote on her personal page: "Go Argentina. Always with you, Messi. You are amazing."

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At 38 years old, the Argentine captain is considered to be entering the final chapters of his international career. After fulfilling his dream of winning the World Cup in Qatar in 2022, Messi returned to North America with the goal of defending his title with Argentina.

Source: https://znews.vn/vi-sao-messi-bat-khoc-post1660864.html