Presenter who falsely claimed Lionel Messi’s dad had died during World Cup QUITS and issues grovelling apology

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• Jorge Messi played a key role in his third son's career, acting as his agent and managing his business affairs off the field.

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• But Messi, widely considered to be among the finest players in football history, was pictured wiping away tears with his shirt after his opening strike in the 17th minute at Kansas’ Arrowhead Stadium .

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• The holders then wrap up their Group J campaign versus Jordan on June 28.

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• Argentina got their World Cup defence off to a dream start on Wednesday and Jorge’s 38-year-old son took centre-stage in what is his sixth global finals, completing a stunning hat-trick in a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Algeria .

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• The nature of Jorge’s illness remains uncertain and the 68-year-old’s loved ones have called for the rumours and speculation surrounding his condition to stop.

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• Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni also appeared close to tears as he shared an embrace with Messi when Nico Paz came on to replace the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner in the 80th minute.

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• Messi’s Argentina – who defeated France to lift the World Cup four years ago – return to action at this summer’s tournament against Austria next Monday.

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• Lionel Messi’s family provide update after Argentina star was pictured in tears at World Cup.

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• Asked why he was he was so emotional shortly after the final whistle, Messi replied: ‘Honestly, it’s completely unrelated to the sport. ‘I went through some difficult, complicated days. ‘I’m grateful to the entire delegation, to my team-mates.

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• Don't miss a World Cup moment Lionel Messi’s hat-trick.

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• Lionel Messi’s father is experiencing a health issue (Picture: Getty) The family of Lionel Messi have revealed the footballer’s father, Jorge, has been experiencing a health issue, but is ‘progressing favourably’ under medical supervision.

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• Jorge Messi played a key role in his third son's career, acting as his agent and managing his business affairs off the field.

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