May 07, 2025
Galvan played as centre-back in Argentina's 3-1 win over the Netherlands in the 1978 World Cup final in Buenos Aires
Players wore jerseys with images of the late Pope along with the words "Together for Eternity," as a remembrance for the passion Francis showed the team throughout his life
The historic Plaza de Mayo was filled with young people and families, communities to whom Pope Francis repeatedly extended encouraging messages
Several other Argentine teams suspend matches as a mark of respect
A minute's silence will be held at matches this week
Although he visited neighbouring countries like Brazil, he did not go back to his homeland
Born in Jorge Bergoglio in 1936 to Italian immigrant parents, Francis was the first Latin American pope
He labels the tension a media creation and expresses affection for Mexican fans
