'I don't know what I'm going to ‌do without you': Messi hints at retirement in emotional tribute to late father

Messi's father, Jorge, died last week aged 68 at a medical clinic in ​the Argentine city of Rosario after a long illness.
Lionel Messi said on Wednesday he is having doubts about continuing his career following the death of his father last week. Pic: AP Photo/Matt Rourke.

Lionel Messi said on Wednesday he is having doubts about continuing his career following the death of his father last week. Pic: AP Photo/Matt Rourke.

Lionel Messi said on Wednesday he is having doubts about continuing his career following the death of his father last week.

Messi's father, Jorge, died last week aged 68 at a medical clinic in ​the Argentine city of Rosario after a long illness.

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