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Did Jorge play football?
While Jorge Messi was a huge influence on Lionel's career, he wasn't a professional footballer himself. He worked in a steel factory in Rosario, Argentina, and also coached local youth teams, which is where Lionel first started playing. His dedication to his son's talent was key to Lionel's journey to becoming a global superstar.
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