Easter Monday, specifically the morning of that day, brought a shocking news to the world about the death of Pope Francis. Even the day before, he gave blessing during Easter, and less than 24 hours later he left. As it turned out later, because of the stroke. His death caused national mourning in many countries, including in Italy or his hometown Argentina. In Poland, the day of his funeral was established as a funeral day by President Andrzej Duda.
The world of sport pays tribute to Franciszek
The Pope's departure also had a significant impact on sporting events. The matches were translated by the Italian Serie A. In turn, the Argentine football club San Lorenzo, which Francis was fanhe decided to name his emerging new stadium named after the deceased Pope. In Poland, at some point, it was possible to cancel sports events planned for the day of Franciszek's funeral due to national mourning. They were threatened with, among others Three Ekstraklasa and Gala meetings KSW 105 in Gliwice. Ultimately, however, everything will take place as planned, and the matches and the gala will be preceded by a minute of silence.
Zbigniew Boniek said goodbye to the Pope
Francis was saying goodbye to many famous people, including former and current athletes. He joined this group Zbigniew Boniekwhich on the day of the funeral of the Pope was added by the moving entry on the portal X. former president PZPN He definitely belonged to the group of fans of the former Holy Father, and, as he revealed, he once had the opportunity to meet him personally.
– Rome says goodbye to Pope Francis. Always cheerful, straightforward, honest- a friend of young people. Brave and fighting for a better reality. I was also lucky and honor to meet him … .. RIP – wrote Zbigniew Boniek ((initially a spelling slip -up happened to him, when the “pope” was written by “Rz”, but after a few minutes the error was corrected). The papal funeral began at 10:00.