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Lionel Messi’s father Jorge dies aged 68

People leaving flags and signs to pay respects on the fence of Argentina’s football star Lionel Messi’s birth house in Rosario, Santa Fe province, Argentina, on August 8, after his father, Jorge Messi, died.

Father of football star Lionel Messi dies at 68 in Argentina

Jorge Messi, who died on the night of Aug 7, closely accompanied his son Lionel throughout his career.

Lionel Messi alone will decide when to retire: Argentine football president

Messi would turn 43 years old during the 2030 World Cup.

Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball heads to US auction

The ball that was used in the 1986 World Cup match between Argentina and England during will be put on auction in August.

Infantino allies rally as Norway FA demands FIFA president’s resignation

Embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino visiting a sports complex in Cali, Colombia, on Aug 7.

Captain Kolisi hails Springboks' depth as he returns from injury in Argentina

Rugby Union - Autumn Internationals - France v South Africa - Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France - November 8, 2025 South Africa's Siya Kolisi celebrates after the match REUTERS/Benoit Tessier

South Africa coach Erasmus wary of struggling Argentina

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus said his side face a “massive challenge” against Argentina.

Mexico, Argentina back Infantino as FIFA fight rages on

No clear candidate to stand against Infantino in the election in March has yet emerged, however, and the Swiss administrator still enjoys considerable support

Argentina make sweeping changes for home Springbok test

FILE PHOTO: Rugby Union - Autumn Internationals - England v Argentina - Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, London, Britain - November 23, 2025 Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi during the warm up before the match Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs/File Photo

China's embassy in Argentina accuses US of obstructing cooperation

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