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Messi Continues Career After Family Tragedy

Updated 2026-08-13 07:40 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Lionel Messi made a substitute appearance for Inter Miami following his father's death and hinted at retirement. His performance came after he had previously hinted at retiring.

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Al Jazeera

Messi plays in Inter Miami defeat by Leon only hours after retirement hint

Argentina star Lionel Messi hinted at retirement on Wednesday before featuring in Inter Miami's defeat by Leon.

2026-08-13 07:17 UTC

BBC Sport

Messi plays for Inter Miami after father's death

Lionel Messi makes a substitute appearance for Inter Miami on Wednesday following the death of his father and hinting he may retire.

2026-08-13 07:19 UTC