Cristiano Ronaldo's Message of Support to Lionel Messi After His Father's Passing
Following the passing of Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi's father, Cristiano Ronaldo conveyed a message of support to his long-time 'rival' on Wednesday, August 12th.
The footballing world is mourning the loss of Jorge Messi, Lionel's father, who died at the age of 68 after a prolonged illness on Saturday, August 8th. In an extensive message shared on social media, the global football superstar expressed his sorrow, admitting he didn't know 'how to go on' without his father.
"Dad, I still can't believe you're gone. I'm not falling, or rather, I don't want to fall. It's very difficult for me to imagine that I won't see you again, that we won't talk anymore. I know you were suffering and that it's for the best, but you left much too soon. We still had so much to live together," he wrote on Wednesday, August 12th.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Message
In response to his lengthy message, numerous personalities quickly offered their support to the Argentine number 10 during his mourning. Among them was his long-time 'rival', Cristiano Ronaldo, who expressed himself in a concise message.
"I embrace you very strongly, you and your loved ones, in these difficult times, Leo. Be strong," he posted beneath the publication, which received over 190,000 comments.
Hospitalized at home before being transferred to a clinic in Rosario, Jorge Messi passed away surrounded by his family, after several weeks of speculation regarding his health. Very close to his son, he served as his primary advisor throughout his career. Since his death, the residents of Rosario have been paying tribute by hanging Argentinian flags and leaving numerous messages at the childhood home of 'La Pulga'.
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