Lionel Messi admitted he pushed past his physical limits during the World Cup to fulfill his late father's final wish, casting doubt on his playing future.

Lionel Messi traveled to Rosario for a private family funeral at the El Prado cemetery following the death of his father and longtime manager, Jorge Messi, at age 68.

Surrounded by heavy security and a mourning public, Lionel Messi bid farewell to his father, Jorge, in a closed ceremony at El Prado cemetery.