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Lionel Messi, an Argentine football player for Inter Miami, has been temporarily absent from club activities following the death of his father, Jorge Messi, in August 2026. He traveled to Argentina for his father's funeral and expressed uncertainty about continuing his football career, citing emotional distress. Despite this, Messi has resumed scoring, recording goals in multiple consecutive matches in the MLS, including a four-goal performance against Montreal. He has also faced disciplinary action from MLS for an altercation during a match against Philadelphia Union, resulting in a fine.

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