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San Lorenzo Honors Pope Francis with Tributes and Stadium Plans

The Argentine soccer club commemorates its most famous fan through match-day displays, special patches, and a planned stadium named in his honor.

Oscar Lucchini, who is in charge of the chapel of San Lorenzo de Almagro, Pope Francis' hometown soccer team, holds an image of Francis' membership card following his death, in Buenos Aires, Argentina April 21, 2025.
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Overview

  • San Lorenzo players wore special patches featuring Pope Francis's image and the phrase 'Together for Eternity' during a league match on April 26.
  • Fans paid tribute with standing ovations, Vatican-colored smoke, and flags featuring the late pontiff's face at Nuevo Gasómetro Stadium.
  • Pope Francis's membership number, 88235, has drawn attention for coinciding with his age at death (88) and time of death (7:35 a.m.).
  • Club president Marcelo Moretti confirmed plans to name a new stadium in the Boedo neighborhood 'Pope Francis,' with the pontiff's blessing granted in September 2024.
  • Known as 'the most football-loving pope in history,' Francis hosted soccer legends like Maradona, Messi, and Ronaldhino during his papacy.