Barcelona to Honor Messi’s Father in Italy
Barcelona are reportedly set to honor Jorge Messi, the father of club legend Lionel Messi, during the Udine Triangular tournament in Italy following his death on Saturday after an illness. According to Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona players will wear black armbands during the tournament and observe a minute of silence in memory of Jorge Messi.
Black Armbands and Minute of Silence for Jorge Messi
Barcelona are taking part in the Udine Triangular tournament, where they will face Nottingham Forest and Udinese. The Catalan side are scheduled to play their first match at 10:00 PM for 45 minutes before playing a second 45-minute match at 11:00 PM. According to the Spanish report, Barcelona have requested a minute of silence in memory of Jorge Messi. The players will also wear black armbands throughout the tournament as a tribute to the father of the club’s former captain and legendary player.
Barcelona Sends Condolences to Lionel Messi
Barcelona previously released an official statement mourning the death of Jorge Messi and extending its condolences to Lionel Messi and his family. The club said its president and board of directors expressed their deepest condolences following the death of Jorge Messi, father of the former Barcelona player and captain and club legend Lionel Messi.
Barcelona Pays Tribute to Jorge Messi
The Catalan club also highlighted Jorge Messi’s commitment to Barcelona and thanked him for his trust in the club during the early stages of his son Lionel Messi’s remarkable football career. Barcelona’s tribute during the Udine Triangular tournament reflects the club’s support for Messi and his family during this difficult period.
How will Barcelona honor Messi’s father?
Barcelona players will wear black armbands and observe a minute of silence in memory of Jorge Messi.
Who was Jorge Messi?
Jorge Messi was the father of Argentine football legend Lionel Messi.
Where will Barcelona honor Messi’s father?
Barcelona will honor Jorge Messi during the Udine Triangular tournament in Italy.
Who will Barcelona face in the tournament?
Barcelona will face Nottingham Forest and Udinese during the tournament.
What did Barcelona say after Jorge Messi’s death?
The club expressed its condolences to Lionel Messi and his family and praised Jorge Messi’s commitment to Barcelona and his trust in the club during the early stages of his son’s career.
