Rafael Nadal's Heartfelt Condolences to Lionel Messi After Father's Death

A famous football player's dad has died.

His name was Jorge Messi, and he was the dad of Lionel Messi, one of the best football players in the world.

Jorge was 68 years old and had been sick for a long time.

He lived in a city called Rosario in Argentina, where Lionel grew up.

Jorge helped Lionel a lot with his football career and was his agent for many years.

A famous tennis player named Rafael Nadal wrote a kind message to Lionel on the internet.

He said he could not imagine how sad Lionel must feel and sent love to his whole family.

The football club where Lionel first played, called Newell's Old Boys, also showed respect.

They flew their flag halfway down the pole, which is a way to honor someone who has died.

Many people from the football world are sending their love to Lionel and his family during this sad time.