Messi Crying After First Goal Against Algeria Due to Father's Illness
June 19, 2026 · Raquel Valdés
Lionel Messi cried after his first goal in the match against Algeria at World Cup 2026 due to his father's illness, Jorge.
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Lionel Messi was seen shedding tears after scoring his first goal in Argentina's 3-0 victory over Algeria in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. According to La Opinion, the emotional moment was linked to his father Jorge's serious health issues. Messi scored a hat-trick in the match, but it was the first goal that triggered his tears, as he was visibly emotional and wiped away his tears with his shirt. After the game, Messi stated that his tears were not related to football and mentioned he had been through several tough days. Reports indicate that Messi's family consulted specialists in the United States and Argentina back in January to confirm Jorge's diagnosis. Lionel has been actively involved in all matters regarding his father's treatment, which had worsened just a week prior to the match.
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