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Newcastle United were predicted to struggle from the off by some pundits, but head coach Matthias Jaissle will take encouragement from aspects of their display even after conceding a late equaliser against Liverpool

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The latest incident comes days after reports emerged Israel had struck a military airbase close to the Turkish border.

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De Zerbi learns cash alone cannot fix Spurs' losing mentality

Spurs head coach Roberto De Zerbi discovers cash is no cure for a losing mentality as they crash to a heavy defeat at Brentford, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

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India Buys Its Most Expensive LNG In Years As War Upends Market

Energy companies in India have been paying some of the highest prices they've paid in years for liquefied natural gas on the spot market as the Iran war continues to disrupt supplies of the fuel. 

Gail India Ltd., a state-run gas company, recently paid more than $23 per million British thermal units for a cargo to be delivered in September, according to people familiar with the matter. India's Gujarat State Petroleum Corp. paid in the mid-$23 range per mmbtu for a September cargo, the people said. 

Those are the most expensive LNG cargoes imported into the India since 2022, according to the people who asked not be name because the deals aren't public. 

State-backed energy companies in India are turning to the LNG spot market and bidding up prices as the government is pushing to support fertilizer producers, which use natural gas.

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India has typically bought LNG through long-term contracts from Qatar, the world's second largest supplier of the fuel. But Qatar's massive export terminal was damaged by Iranian attacks in March, and ships are still largely blocked from passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

India is also having to compete with LNG buyers in Europe, where gas prices have soared to a five-month high.

A third Indian buyer, Bharat Petroleum Corp., also agreed to buy an LNG cargo from the spot market this week, the people said. Bloomberg couldn't confirm the price.  

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Manchester United agree a fee of up to £70m for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.

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Vijay Credits Rashmika For Cosy Family Snap, She Demands Due For Old Pics

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are back in the news and how. On Wednesday, Vijay shared a cosy family snap featuring himself, father Devarakonda Govardhan Rao, and mother Madhavi. In the picture, the Liger actor is seen lying on bed with his parents.

He captioned the picture: "Rains Canceled shoots - You get an afternoon nap in your favourite spot as a kid. Recovery - 1000%"

He gave the photo courtesy to his wife, Rashmika Mandanna. 

"Did you give me the credit just because you didn't want to see my puppy eyes back home? Rashmika wrote in the caption. 

"Also now while we are at it.. can you give me credit for all the other photos that I've taken over the years also," the actor demanded. 

"I should show my loves how amazing my photography skills really are nooo!! just saying," she added.

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Interestingly, during their dating period, Rashmika and Vijay Deverakonda didn't post pictures together on their respective social media handles.  So, when they first shared their official wedding pictures, they went crazy viral in no time.

About the Wedding

The couple had a grand yet private wedding in February, this year. 

The couple had a Telugu wedding in the morning, honouring Vijay's cultural roots, followed by a Kodava wedding in the evening, celebrating Rashmika's cultural lineage.

Initially tight‑lipped about rumours of their wedding, the couple had actively been sharing exclusive glimpses of their pre‑wedding festivities with fans since February 23.

Highlights included an exquisite Japanese dinner for guests, pool volleyball, and a friendly cricket match tagged as the "VIROSH Premiere League" on February 23 and 24.

The Sangeet ceremony took place on Tuesday evening at the hill resort of Mementos, followed by an intimate Haldi ceremony and mehendi on February 25.

Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi director and actor Tharun Bhascker, The Girlfriend director and actor Rahul Ravindran, actors Eesha Rebba and Ashika Ranganath, stylist Shravya Varma, Arjun Reddy and Animal director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, and Lokah star Kalyani Priyadarshan attended the wedding.

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda first met on the sets of the 2018 film Geetha Govindam and later collaborated on Dear Comrade (2019). Geetha Govindam, a classic love story, became a huge blockbuster, minting ₹132 crore at the box office.

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The first 10 days of the new Premier League season could tell us a lot about what lies ahead for Manchester United.

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Brook as talented as Gower and Pietersen but not ready to be captain - Agnew

England batsman Harry Brook was not ready to be Test captain but his knock at Headingley should be his batting blueprint for the future, writes Jonathan Agnew.

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How Root brought welcome calm on return as England captain

Joe Root took advice from Harry Brook and adopted a hands-off approach with his bowlers on his return as England Test skipper.

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Hayden Panettiere Was Struggling With Severe Pain Months Before Her Death

Hayden Panettiere's sudden death at the age of 36 has left fans and the entertainment industry shocked. Now new details about the actress' health have come to light.

The Scream 4 star was reportedly dealing with serious back problems earlier this year. Her longtime hairdresser and friend Erick Orellana said that Panettiere was in “really severe” pain and her condition started affecting her movement. 

He said, “It was even hard for her to move her legs.”

Speaking with Page Six, Orellana said, “I know she suffered earlier this year with her back.”

Another source told the publication that the actress did seem a little tired at times earlier this year, but she was a night owl, and she had a lot on her plate. Panettiere suffered from anxiety at times and would occasionally take medication for that. And every so often that could impact her speech, Page Six reported quoting the source. 

Not too long ago, Hayden Panettiere was seen using crutches while walking with her boyfriend, Brian Hickerson, at Los Angeles International Airport. 

This coincided with a period when she was reportedly dealing with serious back problems. Despite the health struggles, Erick Orellana now claimed that Panettiere was “starting to be on the mend.”

Panettiere was found dead by a friend at a home in South Carolina, according to TMZ. Emergency medical workers were called to the house after receiving a report about a woman who was “unresponsive” and appeared to be in “cardiac arrest.”

Hayden Panettiere's father, Skip Panettiere, confirmed her death. In his statement, Skip remembered Hayden as a loving person who brought happiness to her family, friends and millions of fans who watched her on screen. Her family has now requested privacy while they take time to deal with the sudden and painful loss.

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Next BSNL Chief: Govt To Shortlist Candidates, Seven From Private Sector In Fray

The government is preparing to shortlist candidates for the top post at state-owned telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd, with 29 applicants, including seven from the private sector, vying for the position, according to sources familiar with the matter.

The selection comes as BSNL accelerates its 4G network rollout and prepares to expand 5G services, while seeking to strengthen its financial position and claw back market share.

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The deadline for applications for the post of BSNL Chairman and Managing Director was July 22. 

The government is now expected to scrutinise the applications before finalising a shortlist for the key position.

Robert Ravi, who currently heads BSNL, is holding the CMD position as an additional charge. Ravi also serves as Chairman and Managing Director of Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd.

The next full-time BSNL chief will take charge at a time when the company is undergoing a major technology and financial transformation. 

The development follows BSNL's consolidated net loss of Rs 1,280 crore in the April-June quarter of FY27, compared with a loss of Rs 1,007 crore in the year-ago period.

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The loss narrowed sequentially from Rs 1,419 crore in the March quarter. 

Revenue from operations rose 4.2% year-on-year and 2% sequentially to Rs 5,306 crore in the first quarter.

BSNL's expenses increased 5.5% annually to Rs 7,242.5 crore, with network costs rising 28% to Rs 1,761 crore. Employee expenses increased 1.8% to Rs 1,974.5 crore, while depreciation and amortisation rose 9.6% year-on-year to Rs 2,394.5 crore.

The company had installed more than 105,000 indigenous 4G sites by April-end and has begun deploying 5G services in Delhi.

 Its mobile subscriber base stood at around 93 million at the end of June, according to TRAI data.

The appointment of a full-time CMD is expected to assume significance as BSNL seeks to strengthen operations, accelerate its network rollout and move towards a sustainable financial recovery.

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Who Was Ananya Raj, The Actor Who Died In Her Sleep 'Fighting Like A Warrior'

Actress Ananya Raj, known for her work in Bollywood films like 7 Hours to Go (2016), The Final Exit (2017) and Ghost (2019), died at the age of 35. On Sunday, her family confirmed the news in an official statement on Instagram. 

Ananya's family also shared a series of pictures from her last rites, a month after her death, on social media. Ananya died peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of July 15.

They also shared pictures from Ananya's last rites and revealed that the actress had been experiencing physical and mental discomfort for more than a year. However, they did not disclose the cause of death.

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Who Was Ananya Raj?

Born on October 22, 1991, in the Mumbai, Ananya Raj worked in both Hindi and regional cinema. She stepped into the world of lights, camera, action with the Bollywood film 7 Hours to Go in 2016.  Besides Hindi cinema, she was also part of regional films like the Telugu film Thaggede Le, and the trilingual project Madrasi Gang. Ananya was also seen in music videos presented by T-Series, Zee Music and Times Music.

Ananya Was A Water Baby

In April, Ananya Raj had posted a sun-kissed picture from her time in Spain. In a lavender bikini, Ananya looked drop-dead gorgeous. 

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In an earlier post, she had shared a video montage of her pool time in Alibaug.

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Ananya too had a thing for 'straight or curly' hair

Ananya never failed to give the girl-next-door vibe. In this collage, she channelled her inner boss lady. But it was her 'straight or curly' hair dilemma that stole all the spotlight. 

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Ananya Living Her NYC Dream

All that Ananya needed to slay Times Square was an LBD, curly hair, and an overcoat. 

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Dance Was Her First Love

Ananya never shied away from showing off her inner desi girl on Instagram. Along with a series of pictures dressed in a ghagra choli, she had asked, "Will I find my Soul in Dance?"

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A Travel Enthusiast

Ananya loved to explore new places and this post from her London vaction is proof. 

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Ananya's Family Shared The Heartbreaking News Of Her Death 

The official statement shared after her death on her Instagram account read, “This is Ananya's family. With great pain, we have to announce that Ananya passed away in the wee hours of 15th July. She passed away peacefully in her sleep. For over a year, she was going through physical and mental discomfort. And she fought like a warrior to overcome them.”

Calling the late actor ‘a strong-spirited girl', her family added, “She was a strong-spirited girl and lived like a Queen. Bachcha, your absence will be dearly felt.”

“We urge all of you to pray for her soul. And in these trying times, we wish to maintain privacy and quietitude,” concluded the statement.

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Kartik Aaryan, Parvathy Thiruvothu To Star In Captain India

Kartik Aaryan's upcoming aviation thriller Captain India has added another prominent name to its cast. South actress Parvathy Thiruvothu has reportedly joined the Shimit Amin directorial in a key role, with details about her character being kept under wraps.

The film is said to be inspired by one of India's major humanitarian rescue operations, with Kartik playing a pilot who leads the mission from the front. The project is being produced by Harman Baweja's Baweja Studios and Bhushan Kumar's T-Series.

Parvathy Joins Kartik Aaryan's Captain India

According to Bollywood Hungama, Parvathy will play an important role in the film's story. While the makers have not revealed details about her character, her addition marks another significant casting development for the upcoming film.

Parvathy has earned praise for her performances in films including Take Off, Koode, Uyare and Bangalore Days. Hindi audiences may recognise her from the 2017 film Qarib Qarib Single, where she starred opposite the late Irrfan Khan. She later appeared in the Hindi films Kadak Singh and Tu Yaa Main. She is also set to feature in Storm, Hrithik Roshan's upcoming web series production for Prime Video.

Manish Chaudhary Also Joins Cast

Actor Manish Chaudhary, who was recently seen in Chand Mera Dil, has also reportedly joined Captain India in a key role. 

The film has generated interest not just because of its story but also because it marks Shimit Amin's return to filmmaking. The director is known for films such as Ab Tak Chhappan, Chak De! India and Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year, released between 2004 and 2009. After staying away from filmmaking for more than a decade, Amin is set to return with the Kartik Aaryan-led project.

Kartik To Play Pilot Leading Rescue Mission

Captain India is inspired by a major rescue mission carried out from a war-torn country. Kartik will reportedly portray a pilot who played a crucial role in leading the operation and helping bring people to safety. The actor is expected to finish Kabir Khan's upcoming sports drama by the first week of September, after which he will move on to Captain India. Shooting is expected to begin next month.

Kartik was last seen on the big screen in the romantic drama film Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, co-starring Ananya Panday.

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Harvard Fund Discloses $2.2 Billion Stake In Musk's SpaceX

Harvard Management Co. disclosed a $2.2 billion stake in SpaceX, showing how the university's endowment has profited from an early bet on Elon Musk's giant rocket company.

Harvard reported it holds the position in its 13F filing on Friday, revealing it's one of the largest endowment holders of the stock. Space Exploration Technologies Corp. is the largest single stock disclosed in the filing, which shows Harvard held $4.3 billion of US equities. Harvard oversaw $57 billion as of June 2025, the latest publicly available figure. 

SpaceX's record-breaking initial public offering in June has boosted returns for college endowments that made investments through venture capital firms, sometimes more than a decade ago. 

Others that have profited include the University of California's investment arm, which reported in a filing this week a position worth about $1 billion, as well as the University of North Carolina and Washington University in St. Louis.  

Harvard's holdings potentially reflect both directly owned shares and distribution from private funds. Patrick McKiernan, a spokesman for Harvard Management, declined to comment on individual investments. 

The gains from SpaceX, which currently has a more than $1.8 trillion valuation, come at time when US university finances are constrained from threats to federal research funding, a smaller pool of college-age students due to demographic changes and muted returns from private equity. Endowment funds with more than $500 million returned a median of 18.9% before fees in the year ended in June, according to Wilshire Trust Universe Comparison Service.

SpaceX shares have fluctuated since the company debuted at $135. Shares fell 0.9% on Friday, closing at $140.

Money managers overseeing more than $100 million in US equities have to file a 13F form within 45 days of the end of each quarter to list their holdings in stocks that trade on US exchanges.
 

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Independence Day 2026: Dos And Don'ts For Hoisting The National Flag

Every year on August 15, India celebrates Independence Day by remembering the sacrifices of freedom fighters who fought for the nation's liberty. The Tricolour is hoisted across the country, from homes to commercial locations, and the national anthem is sung with pride. August 15, 1947, marked the end of nearly 200 years of British rule as India began its journey as a democratic, sovereign nation. Since then, the day has been commemorated with flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural programmes and tributes to those who gave their lives fighting against colonial rule.

According to traditional protocol, the national flag should be hoisted at sunrise and lowered at sunset. However, following the 2022 amendment to the Flag Code of India, the flag can now be flown at night if it is adequately illuminated. On Independence Day, the flag is specifically hoisted from the bottom of the flagpole to the top, symbolising India's triumph over colonial rule in 1947.

Rules For Hoisting The Indian National Flag On August 15

Dos for Hoisting the Tricolour

• The flag should always be hoisted briskly and lowered slowly with dignity. The saffron band must be at the top when hoisted vertically.
• Display the flag in a position of prominence, ensuring it is not overshadowed by other flags or objects.
• When displayed horizontally, the saffron band should be at the top. When displayed vertically, the saffron band should be on the left side as viewed by the audience.
• Ensure the flag is clean, undamaged, and free from tears or discolouration.
• The flag can be made of hand-spun, hand-woven, or machine-made cotton, polyester, wool, or silk khadi bunting, as per the Flag Code.
• The flag can be flown on all days, including Sundays and holidays, by individuals, private organisations, and educational institutions, as per the amended Flag Code of 2002.
• The flag may be flown at night only if it is well-lit and prominently displayed.
• The flag's proportions (length to width ratio of 3:2) must be maintained, regardless of size.
• During ceremonies, the flag may be used to cover a statue or monument being unveiled, but should not touch the ground or floor.
• A damaged or soiled flag should be disposed of privately by burning or in a manner consistent with its dignity.

Don'ts for Hoisting the Tricolour

• The flag must not be used in a manner that insults its dignity, such as dipping it in salute to any person or thing.
• The flag must not be flown upside down (saffron band at the bottom) or in a manner that disrespects it.
• The flag must not touch the ground, floor, or water.
•  The flag must not be used for commercial purposes, such as on costumes, cushions, napkins, or other items, except as permitted (e.g., paper flags during national events).
• The flag should not be used as a covering for a building, vehicle, or platform, nor as a drapery, except in state or military funerals.
• The flag must not be flown below or alongside another flag in a way that diminishes its prominence.
• The flag must not have any writing, printing, or defacement on it.
• The flag or its design must not be used as clothing, uniforms, or accessories below the waist, though flag pins or emblems may be worn respectfully.
• The flag must not be intentionally torn, burned, or mutilated in public, as this is an offence under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971.
• The flag should not be stored in a way that could soil or damage it.

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Ashwin Names India Player Who 'Can Be King Of Sub-Continent'. Not Gill

Suddenly, Sarfaraz Khan is back in the conversation. After spending most of the last two years outside the national team, Sarfaraz Khan received a call-up for the two-Test series against Sri Lanka after Sai Sudharsan failed to regain fitness in time. Sarfaraz last played for India against New Zealand in November 2024, a series that saw India suffer their first home series loss in 12 years. The defeat was also India's first-ever whitewash at home. He had made his Test debut earlier that year against England at home.

Sarfaraz was also named in India's squad for the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy tour of Australia but did not get a game. In six Tests and 11 innings for India, he has scored 371 runs at an average of 37.10, including a century and three fifties, with a best score of 150.

There is buzz around whether Sarfaraz should be preferred over Dhruv Jurel in a middle-order role. India great Ravichandran Ashwin says the Indian team management, led by captain Shubman Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir, should communicate properly with Sarfaraz.

"I'll start with Jurel. Sarfaraz came into the squad because of Sai Sudharsan's injury. The messaging is very important for Sarfaraz. If you feel he is a suspect in certain conditions, you need to give him clarity. You need to tell him that he can serve the team in sub-continental conditions," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel, Ash Ki Baat.

"So that way, even Sarfaraz won't waste his time on the rest of the things. He can focus on playing good spin, and he can become the king of the sub-continental conditions. He can build his career. If you feel he cannot work in certain conditions, then communicate that to him."

Meanwhile, former India batter WV Raman said he would prefer Sarfaraz Khan over Dhruv Jurel in the side's playing XI for the first Test against Sri Lanka, starting in Galle on Saturday, citing the visitors' need for a frontline batter in the middle order who can attack the hosts' spin bowling line-up.

India must fill two vacant batting slots from a pool of three players: Devdutt Padikkal, Jurel, and Sarfaraz, as they open their series against Sri Lanka. With Padikkal expected to seal the No. 3 spot in B Sai Sudharsan's absence, the remaining contest is between Jurel and Sarfaraz.

"I would tend to think that in a Test match, you will have to go for the specialist. Dhruv Jurel has done well as a wicketkeeper-batter. He gets some runs. But this man has also done well, the young boy Sarfaraz Khan. So, I think if you have picked him in the side as a specialist batter for Test cricket, I would rather go with him.

"But he is also a very good player of spin. He can be an attacking option. The other thing that he will bring to the table is that he is also a good close-in catcher, and that is perhaps something that you would need, especially if Sri Lanka dishes out a turning track," Raman told IANS in an exclusive conversation facilitated by Sony Sports Network on Thursday.

Both Jurel and Sarfaraz made their Test debuts against England in Rajkot in February 2024, and their journeys have been very different since. Jurel has been a regular in the set-up as a wicketkeeping backup to Rishabh Pant while also playing as a specialist batter on occasion.

A much fitter Sarfaraz, meanwhile, was called up as a replacement for the injured Sudharsan, thus marking his return to the side after being unused during the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia.

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Ex-Aus Star, With Ronaldo Connection, To Lead Portugal As They Eye T20 WC

Moises Henriques, who played four Tests, 16 ODIs and 24 T20Is for Australia, will lead Portugal as they attempt to qualify for the T20 World Cup for the first time. According to ESPNcricinfo, the 39-year-old has been named Portugal's captain for the Men's T20 World Cup Europe Sub-Regional Qualifier C in Finland, where the team will attempt to progress through the qualification pathway for the global tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

Moises Henriques, who was born in Madeira, Portugal, which is also the birthplace of footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, last played for Australia in 2021.

He moved to Australia with his family as a child and went on to enjoy a lengthy domestic career with New South Wales and the Sydney Sixers. He announced his retirement from Australian domestic cricket last month but intends to continue playing overseas.

Henriques currently has a contract with Glasgow Cosmic in the inaugural European T20 Premier League and will now turn his attention to Portugal's qualification campaign.

Portugal, ranked 37th in the ICC Men's T20I rankings, will face Israel, Germany, Greece and Czechia in Group B of the Europe Sub-Regional Qualifier C between August 14 and 20.

The group winner will meet the winner of Group A in the final on August 21. The overall winner will then advance to the European regional final, where Scotland, Jersey and Denmark await.

The top two teams from the European regional final will progress to the global qualifier, from where teams will compete for places at the 2028 T20 World Cup.

Henriques takes over the captaincy from Carlos Nunes, who remains part of Portugal's 14-member squad.

Portugal have also included several players with experience in higher-level domestic cricket. Former Sussex, Auckland and Wellington wicketkeeper-batter Craig Cachopa is part of the squad, while Cameron Shekleton has represented South Africa A.

Sebastian de Oliveira, who played a List A match for Gauteng alongside current South Africa batter Ryan Rickelton, and Bangladesh-born spinner Siraj Ullah Khadem, who featured on the longlist for this year's Hundred auction, are also in the squad.

Portugal squad: Moises Henriques (captain), Craig Cachopa, Edward Fleming, Christopher de Freitas, Rahulkumar Hashu, Siraj Ullah Khadem, Hardeep Khuttan, Jeremy Martins, Dhavalkumar Norotam (wk), Jordan Netto, Carlos Nunes, Sebastian de Oliveira, Upen Shantu, Cameron Shekleton.

Portugal fixtures: vs Israel (August 14), vs Germany (August 15), vs Greece (August 17), vs Czechia (August 20), Final (August 21)

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Jorge Messi: The Pillar Whose Vision, Rigour Was Behind Lionel Messi's Rise

Jorge Messi, the father of football star and Argentina captain Lionel Messi, died on Saturday at a hospital in the central Argentine city of Rosario. He was 68. The Rosario-based Club Atletico Newell's Old Boys announced his death in a social media post, stating that he had undergone treatment in recent months for an unspecified illness. The post described him as "the pillar and the person who, with vision, rigour and affection, supported the career of the best player of all time, alongside his wife, Celia Cuccittini."

The South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL) also offered its condolences in a statement, expressing its sympathy "with respect and affection for Lionel."

Lionel Messi led Argentina to a runner-up finish at this year's World Cup. In the team's first match, against Algeria, he was visibly emotional after scoring the first of his three goals. He later said that he wept for "a reason unrelated to sports."

"I went through some difficult, complicated days," he said. "I am grateful to the delegation and all my teammates because they were always by my side, wishing me strength so that I would be OK."

Our deepest condolences. May Jorge Messi rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/PPSTTjHki1

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) August 8, 2026

Media reports at the time upset the Messi family, which released a statement days later confirming that "Jorge is experiencing a health issue," without specifying the nature of his condition.

"A person's health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest," the statement said. It also expressed "discomfort at the lack of sensitivity, respect and scruples with which some people have treated a strictly private family matter."

Jorge Messi was a chemical technician and worked as a steelworker. He played football as a midfielder and reached the youth ranks of Newell's Old Boys but had to abandon the sport to complete his mandatory military service in Argentina.

#ProfundoDolor La Asociación del Fútbol Argentino, con su Presidente Claudio Tapia a la cabeza, lamenta con tristeza y pesar el fallecimiento de Jorge Messi, padre de nuestro capitán y emblema, Lionel Messi.

Desde aquí acompañamos a toda la familia en este duro momento y le… pic.twitter.com/YTug2MnM9g

— AFA (@afa) August 8, 2026

He played a fundamental role in his third son's career, serving as his agent and managing his business affairs. He travelled with a young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for the trial that opened the doors to La Masia, the Catalan club's youth academy. Lionel Messi made his professional debut in 2004 and went on to win eight Ballon d'Or awards. He also led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup title.

"My dad was always by my side," Lionel Messi said in a 2007 interview with Radio del Plata. "Sometimes I would lock myself in my room to cry when we arrived in Barcelona, or my dad would do the same without me seeing him, or thinking I didn't see him. We pretended we were both OK, but we weren't. My dad even asked me what I wanted to do when we were feeling down, whether I wanted to stay or go back. I wanted to stay, and he stayed with me."

His father negotiated contracts with Barcelona and later oversaw his transfers to Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Miami, while also managing the use of his famous son's image rights and numerous investments in real estate, hotels and restaurants.

In 2016, father and son were convicted by Spanish courts on tax evasion charges but avoided prison because their sentences were less than two years.

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