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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dybala comments on Roma's ‘bittersweet' season, calls Ranieri ‘a gentleman'
Paulo Dybala shared his thoughts on Roma's 24/25 season. The Argentine striker, who missed the last few games due to injury, spent these beautiful words for his teammates and especially for Claudio Ranieri. Advertisement 'A special season is coming to an end,' Dybala wrote on Instagram. 'A bittersweet season, where I personally would have liked to end differently.' 'I would like to compliment the team for their attitude in this final part, I would also like to thank our fans for their support in the most difficult moments of the season.' 'And I would like to give a big round of applause to this GENTLEMAN here…' he wrote of Ranieri, 'not only for what he helped us but also for his career. Thank you for everything mister and Forza Roma.'
The Independent
13-05-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Pope Leo XIV reveals favourite football team after chanting with fan
Pope Leo XIV, the first US -born leader of the Catholic Church, has publicly shown his support for the Italian football club AS Roma. Video footage captured the Pope chanting "Forza Roma!" with a fan, seemingly confirming his allegiance to the team. A close associate previously revealed the Pope's fondness for sports, including tennis, baseball, and his support for the MLB's Chicago White Sox. Both AS Roma and the Chicago White Sox have welcomed the Pope's affiliation. The White Sox, currently struggling, sent a jersey and hat to the Vatican, appreciating the Pope's support during a difficult season.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Pope Leo XIV appears to confirm favourite sports team after chanting with fan
Pope Leo XIV has confirmed his favourite football team is Roma after engaging with a fan. The first US leader of the global Catholic Church responded to a Giallorossi supporter by repeating the popular phrase in the capital 'Forza Roma!' A senior member of his religious order, who has known Pope Leo XIV for four decades, had detailed how the 69-year-old is an avid sports fan. Originally from Chicago, he is also a fan of the White Sox baseball in MLB, and the viral footage of his interaction with an Italian fan appears to have confirmed Father Joseph Farrell's claim. "He's a regular tennis player. He would come up and play on our grounds once a week at least," the Vicar General of the Augustinians told Reuters on Friday. "He is (AS) Roma all the way. While Roma did not confirm his affiliation, the Serie A side did welcome the new pontiff after his election. A statement on social media read: "AS Roma joins in rejoicing with Rome and the world following the election of Pope Leo XIV, and wishes him all the very best for his papacy.' While the White Sox, currently enduring a testing period in the franchise's history since winning the World Series in 2005, have also welcomed Pope Leo XIV. 'Proud moment for Chicago,' White Sox manager Will Venable said. 'It's awesome. Pope Leo shouts 'Forza Roma!', confirming he is indeed a Roma fan! 💛❤️(📹 @meopinelli) — DAZN Football (@DAZNFootball) May 12, 2025 'I get it,' Venable added after claims that Pope Leo XIV was a Chicago Cubs fan. 'I think we all want the pope on our side, so I certainly understand. But I'm glad he chose the right team.' The White Sox said they sent a jersey and a hat to the Vatican after the announcement. The organization also congratulated the new pope in a scoreboard graphic that was shown before last Friday's first pitch. The White Sox are last in the AL Central this season, a year after they went 41-121 to break the post-1900 major league record for losses in a season. So they welcomed a reason to celebrate. 'We'll take it,' Venable said with a smile. 'It's great to have him on our side, for sure.'
The Independent
13-05-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Pope Leo XIV appears to confirm favourite sports team after chanting with fan
Pope Leo XIV has confirmed his favourite football team is Roma after engaging with a fan. The first US leader of the global Catholic Church responded to a Giallorossi supporter by repeating the popular phrase in the capital 'Forza Roma!' A senior member of his religious order, who has known Pope Leo XIV for four decades, had detailed how the 69-year-old is an avid sports fan. Originally from Chicago, he is also a fan of the White Sox baseball in MLB, and the viral footage of his interaction with an Italian fan appears to have confirmed Father Joseph Farrell's claim. "He's a regular tennis player. He would come up and play on our grounds once a week at least," the Vicar General of the Augustinians told Reuters on Friday. "He is (AS) Roma all the way. While Roma did not confirm his affiliation, the Serie A side did welcome the new pontiff after his election. A statement on social media read: "AS Roma joins in rejoicing with Rome and the world following the election of Pope Leo XIV, and wishes him all the very best for his papacy.' While the White Sox, currently enduring a testing period in the franchise's history since winning the World Series in 2005, have also welcomed Pope Leo XIV. 'Proud moment for Chicago,' White Sox manager Will Venable said. 'It's awesome. 'I get it,' Venable added after claims that Pope Leo XIV was a Chicago Cubs fan. 'I think we all want the pope on our side, so I certainly understand. But I'm glad he chose the right team.' The White Sox said they sent a jersey and a hat to the Vatican after the announcement. The organization also congratulated the new pope in a scoreboard graphic that was shown before last Friday's first pitch. The White Sox are last in the AL Central this season, a year after they went 41-121 to break the post-1900 major league record for losses in a season. So they welcomed a reason to celebrate. 'We'll take it,' Venable said with a smile. 'It's great to have him on our side, for sure.'
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dybala's message after surgery announcement: 'I'll come back stronger.'
Paulo Dybala has addressed the worried fanbase following the announcement of his planned surgery. His latest injury has forced Roma to opt for surgery rather than conservative therapy, which will likely rule out the Argentine for the remainder of the season. On Instagram, Dybala wrote the following message: 'Dear friends, first of all, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the affection you always show me. After the results of the tests and having considered various opinions, I have decided to undergo this surgery now to return as soon as possible. Even if I will be temporarily away from the pitch, I will continue to support my Roma teammates in this crucial phase of the season and our national team, which I will follow as one more fan during these qualifying matches. I will be back soon, even stronger, I promise. See you on the pitch! Forza Roma and Vamos Argentina!'
