Pope Francis was an avid soccer fan born in Argentina. Lionel Messi shared a sentimental message after the Vatican announced the Pope's death Monday.

On Monday, the world mourned the loss of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 in his home, Domus Sanctae Marthae, ...

It is no secret that Pope Francis, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, who died aged 88 in the Vatican on Monday, was an ...

Pope Francis once weighed in on the GOAT debate, praising Messi as a gentleman and naming Pelé alongside Maradona as legends ...

Pope Francis's love of football was inseparable from his loyalty to the San Lorenzo club in Buenos Aires. He maintained his ...

Mohanlal was overjoyed to receive an autographed Argentina jersey from football legend Lionel Messi, sharing the heartwarming ...

Pope Francis has supported Lionel Messi’s Argentina and other football teams throughout his life, reflecting his deep passion ...

His predecessor loved Mozart, but Pope Francis's passion was football, for him "the most beautiful game" and also a vehicle ...

Top-flight soccer matches in Italy and Argentina have been postponed after the death of Pope Francis. The Buenos Aires club ...

Lionel Messi penned a heartfelt tribute dedicated to Pope Francis following his death on Monday, April 21, at the age of 88.

Football is often compared to a religion for its fans, and Francis held numerous giant masses in football stadiums during trips abroad.

Gatti was nicknamed El Loco or 'The Madman' because of his outspoken character and eccentric play style. He made more than ...