Two of the most important Argentines in history had a face to face in the Vatican, more than a decade ago, where they crossed praise and even a gift. We remember that historical moment.
The day Pope Francis and Diego Maradona found
The world dawned on Monday with the sad news of the death of the Franscisco Papaat 88. The Supreme Pontiff was a great sports fan, especially football, so we will remember his unforgettable encounter with Diego Armando Maradona.
Perhaps the two most important Argentines in history gathered the September 1, 2014in it Vatican. They related through Occurrent Scholas, a foundation promoted by the Pontiff for Education and Social Inclusion through sport.
Francisco organized a football match, called “Party for Peace.” Despite Diego He did not usually attend events like this, in this case he did not hesitate and was present.
The “ten” and approached the Vatican, He participated in the religious ceremony and then maintained an intimate talk with the Dad. Over there, Maradona I gave him a shirt of the ARGENTINE SELECTION signed, with their number and name.
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When leaving, he faced the press and released a phrase that toured the planet: “Pope Francis is bigger than Maradona”. A statement of humility that reflected his genuine admiration for Bergoglio
After the death of the football star, Francisco He referred to him as: “He was a poet on the field and a fragile man.”
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