Argentine football legend says the Holy Father treats him like a brother
Argentine soccer legend Diego Maradona said he is a top fan of Pope Francis after the two met on Thursday. (Photo: AFP)
Vatican City: Diego Maradona says he's Pope Francis' top fan. The Argentine soccer great met with Pope on Thursday to help promote an education charity that Francis started in Argentina when he was the archbishop of Buenos Aires.
Maradona says, "I think we all now realize he's a (star). ... I'm Francis' top fan."
Maradona also met Francis in September.
Maradona adds, "The Holy Father treats me like a brother and he treats everyone the same way. He kisses everyone and he hugs everyone. He doesn't have much free time, and he works a ton, but he always finds time for everyone.”
( Source : AP )
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