‘Respect his privacy’: Family issues emotional plea as Messi's father battles illness

Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi, is receiving medical treatment for an undisclosed illness. The Messi family has issued an emotional appeal for privacy and restraint from media and the public. They confirmed Jorge Messi is stable and progressing well. This comes after Lionel Messi spoke of personal difficulties following Argentina's World Cup win.

By TOI SPORTS DESK