Messi's father Jorge discharged from hospital during World Cup

Argentine journalist Ángel De Brito reported that Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messi, was discharged from hospital and continues recovery at home. He had been hospitalized earlier during the World Cup, with no official cause disclosed.

The 68-year-old's health issues were confirmed by Messi's family, providing relief to Argentina's camp during their group stage campaign.

Lionel Messi has set a new World Cup goals record with 18 strikes, surpassing Miroslav Klose's previous 16-goal tally and equaling Kilian Mbappé's current tournament total.

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