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Pope Francis Life In Pics: From Football Ground To Catholic Church
Pope Francis, a keen football fan and an energetic reformer who inspired widespread devotion from Catholics but riled traditionalists, died at 88.
His death sets in motion centuries-old traditions that will culminate in the gathering of a conclave of cardinals to choose a successor.
Pope Francis addresses the crowd during a surprise appearance at the end of the mass for Palm Sunday at St Peter's square in the Vatican on April 13, 2025.