Pope Francis Death: Serie A Pauses, Coppa Italia Continues Wednesday Updates
Italy’s Serie A soccer league hit pause on Monday following the passing of Pope Francis at the age of 88. The games originally slated for Monday will now take place on Wednesday, giving fans and players a chance to honor the beloved leader. However, Coppa Italia matches are set to proceed as scheduled on Wednesday and Thursday.
Pope Francis, the first Latin American Pope and a devoted supporter of the sport, was a proud member of Argentina’s San Lorenzo football club. His love for soccer resonated with fans around the globe, making his loss deeply felt in Italy and beyond.
In response to the Pope’s passing, the Lega Nazionale Professionisti Serie A made the decision to postpone Monday’s league games across both Serie A and Primavera 1. The Italian league expressed its condolences and solidarity with those grieving the loss of the influential religious leader.
CBS News is providing ongoing coverage of the Pope’s passing for those seeking more information and updates. As Italy and the world mourn the loss of Pope Francis, the matches that were delayed in Serie A have been rescheduled for Wednesday, while Coppa Italia games will proceed as planned, allowing soccer enthusiasts to come together in remembrance of a remarkable figure.
