Cristiano Ronaldo offers condolences to Lionel Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo has publicly offered his condolences to Lionel Messi following the death of Messi’s father, Jorge Messi. Jorge Messi passed away at the age of 68 in a Rosario hospital after a prolonged illness.

In a social media post, Messi shared a moving tribute to his father, expressing deep grief and noting that his father had been his primary supporter. Following this, Ronaldo, long considered Messi’s primary professional rival, commented on the post, writing: ‘A huge hug to you and your loved ones in these difficult moments. Stay strong, Leo.’

The gesture has drawn significant attention from the global football community, highlighting a sense of mutual respect between the two athletes that transcends their competitive history. Ronaldo, who also lost his father in 2005, shared a similar experience of loss.