Ronaldo Sends Heartfelt Message to Messi After Father's Death

A very famous soccer player named Lionel Messi was very sad because his dad passed away.

His dad, Jorge Messi, had been sick for a long time.

Another very famous player, Cristiano Ronaldo, is often called Messi's rival, but he wrote a kind message to him online.

Ronaldo gave Messi a 'huge hug' through his words and told him to stay strong.

Messi also wrote a beautiful letter to his dad.

He said his dad had asked him to play in one more World Cup, even though he was getting sicker.

Messi did play, and his team, Argentina, made it all the way to the final but lost to Spain.

Now Messi says he does not know if he will keep playing soccer much longer.

Family and a few teammates gathered quietly to say goodbye to his dad.