Messi was back in club soccer action on Saturday for Inter Miami CF against Nashville SC for his first game since the passing of his father, Jorge Messi. After Nashville took an early lead, Miami drew a penalty which Messi stepped up to take.

The football star's father has died, aged 68. Felipe Cardenas explains the close relationship that was so central to Lionel's life

Lionel Messi shared a tribute to his late father, Jorge, on social media on Wednesday, opening up about how difficult it was to lead Argentina to the World Cup final and expressing uncertainty about whether he will continue playing soccer.

The Argentina superstar's father had reportedly been dealing with health issues over the summer during the World Cup

The father of Lionel Messi, Jorge, has died at the age of 68, the Argentine Football Association has confirmed.

The Argentine returned to a standing ovation at the Nu Stadium on Wednesday.

As Lionel Messi considers his footballing future following the death of his father, BBC Sport looks back at some of his most iconic moments.

Hear from Nashville SC's Hany Mukhtar and B.J. Callaghan immediately following a 4-1 win over Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on Aug. 15.