Club Atlético Banfield receives blessing from Pope Francis

Club Atlético Banfield's president, Matías Mariotto, met with Pope Francis at the Vatican and received his blessing for the club. The meeting took place on Friday and during it, Mariotto and the Pope discussed Argentine football and the role of social clubs.

What happened during the meeting?

Pope Francis shared his vision with Mariotto on the role of youth in society. They also discussed the current state of Argentine football and the passions it arouses.

What does this mean for Club Atlético Banfield?

The Pope's blessing is a great honor for the club and its fans. Mariotto became the youngest president of all clubs in the Liga Profesional de Fútbol after winning the elections held on October 5.

What's next for Club Atlético Banfield?

The new Board of Directors took office on October 10 and aims to sanitize the club's economy with transparency and rationality. It also seeks to form a competitive team that competes for positions of expectation in the tournament and enhances the valuation of its players.