An Argentine court on Thursday declared a mistrial in the case of seven health professionals accused of negligence in the death of soccer legend Diego Maradona, the latest dramatic twist in a trial that has captivated the nation and the soccer world for more than two months. (Pics/AFP and Text/AP)

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away on Monday. Throughout his papacy, he met numerous sporting icons who shared his love for football. Here’s a look at the football icons who had the honour of meeting the late Pope over the years. (Pic: File Pic/AFP)