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Pope Francis adored fútbol, and the soccer world returns the love
The world's greatest soccer stars have posted tributes to the Argentine pontiff, and the biggest homage is that his home team ...
PHOTOS: Pope Francis’ image is everywhere as the Catholic faithful mourn him with art and thanks
Pope Francis’ image seemed to be everywhere Friday as the world mourned his death in Rome at the age of 88. Artists created ...
Pope Francis loved soccer, San Lorenzo and the sport’s power to unite
Pope Francis’ passion for soccer was evident throughout his pontificate. A lifelong supporter of Argentine club San Lorenzo, ...
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Pope Francis' special gift to football legend resurfaces as world mourns the pontiff’s passing
Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88 and as the world mourns the late pontiff, his special give to football legend ...
The pope who loved football: How Francis brought the beautiful game to the Vatican
Pope Francis had a lifelong passion for football, from supporting San Lorenzo and organising peace-promoting matches to ...
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Pope Francis: the only Argentine who didn’t watch Messi lift the World Cup in Qatar 2022
Pope Francis, who passed away at 88, was the only Argentine who didn’t watch Messi lift the World Cup in Qatar 2022. Honoring ...
Soccer-Argentina cancels games after death of fan Pope Francis
Argentina's football association postponed all fixtures on Monday to mourn Pope Francis, an ardent fan of the game and ...
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Pope Francis: When Late Pontiff Settled GOAT Debate Between Messi, Maradona
Pope Francis once weighed in on the GOAT debate, praising Messi as a gentleman and naming Pelé alongside Maradona as legends ...