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SAN LORENZO NEWS

Pope Francis’ beloved soccer club in Buenos Aires mourns him; fans spot an eerie coincidence

April 24, 2025 10:57 am

Dozens of club members—many wearing the red and navy blue San Lorenzo jerseys and clutching rosaries—gathered in the middle-class Almagro neighbourhood where the club was founded in 1908 by a Catholic priest.

Pope’s team count on the force in final

August 13, 2014 10:38 am

Francis follows football closely and has built an enormous collection of jerseys since his election.

The Magic Ingredient

November 15, 2013 4:34 am

White truffle — the richer and more expensive cousin of the black variety — is in the city for a brief visit.

Pope Francis an ardent football fan

March 14, 2013 9:27 am

Mario Bergoglio,is not above the passion his countrymen share for soccer and is an avid a fan of San Lorenzo,one of Argentina's top clubs.

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