- The Associated Press
Vatican: Pope prays for Maradona, fondly recalls meeting him
Pope Francis has remembered Diego Maradona in his prayers after learning of the soccer legend's death on Wednesday, the Vatican said. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said that the pope, after being informed of Maradona's death, ''thinks back fondly to the times they met in these years and remembers him in prayer.'' He said that Francis had also prayed for Maradona in recent days when he learned about his health problems. On that occasion, Maradona presented the pontiff with a soccer jersey, emblazoned with the name ''Francisco'' - Spanish for Francis - and Maradona's signature No. 10.
NBC SportsReports: Juventus targeting teenage FC Dallas defender Reynolds
The latest player to head abroad could come from FC Dallas, which feels evergreen given the transfers of Reggie Cannon, Chris Richards, and Weston McKennie.
- USA TODAY Sports
Four Columbus Crew players test positive for COVID-19 ahead of MLS Cup Playoff game vs. Nashville SC
Four Columbus Crew players have tested positive for COVID-19, the club announced Wednesday. The team plays Nashville SC in the MLS playoffs on Sunday.
Headlines
- Argentine soccer legend Diego Maradona dies at 60
- Pelé, Messi and other soccer greats pay tribute to Diego Maradona
- Current and former Cal women's soccer players allege abuse by longtime coach
- Atletico Madrid ends decade-long league winless streak to Barcelona
- Spurs go to top of Premier League table after victory over Manchester City