Catholic Forward Ferrán Torres Won the World Cup for Spain
Torres stands out for his Catholic faith within the Spanish national team, alongside coach Luis de la Fuente.
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On Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast, Former Spanish Soccer Star’s Marian Devotion Still Inspires
Thirteen years ago, former Spanish soccer star David Silva thanked the Blessed Mother after Spain won the 2010 World Cup.
Cape Verde’s World Cup Success Puts Spotlight on Island-Nation and Its Catholic Faith
There is an American connection with the archipelagic nation — in Massachusetts.
5 Powerful Moments of Faith at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Christian athletes are making the name of Jesus known at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here are five powerful moments of faith at the international tournament so far.
Pope Francis’ Passing Leaves International Soccer World in Mourning
Pope Francis was a lifelong soccer fan and his passing was felt perhaps most acutely among fans of the San Lorenzo club in Buenos Aires.
French Women’s Soccer Star: ‘For Me, Faith Is a Powerful Compass’
INTERVIEW: Wendie Renard, captain of France’s women’s national team, is known for openly discussing her Catholic faith.
England Soccer Fans Know How This One Ends
But They’re Quietly Hoping This Sort of History Doesn’t Repeat Itself
Coach Says Making Sign of the Cross Before Game ‘is Not Superstition, it’s Faith’
At one point in his life he decided to reach out again and lean on God in everything he does.
Colombian Bishops Call for Release of Kidnapped Father of Soccer Star and All Others
The conference expressed its solidarity and closeness with all the others kidnapped by illegal gangs and with their families.
‘The Phenomenon’ Is Baptized at Age 46: Soccer Great Ronaldo Nazario Embraces Catholic Faith
In June 2022, Nazario demonstrated his growing closeness to the Catholic faith by fulfilling his promise to make the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage on a bicycle.
