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Erling Haaland’s interest in Norway’s Christian past reflects a growing desire among younger generations for faith, identity and permanence

Delphine Chui

From a childhood lesson in responsibility to England’s defeat by Argentina, the instinct to seek scapegoats says something troubling about modern public life

Clement Harrold

As these two countries compete for football’s greatest prize, another contest suggests itself: which nation can count itself as the more Catholic?

Andrew Cusack

Spain and Argentina meet in the World Cup final this evening, but the two footballing rivals share a rich Catholic heritage

Christine Rousselle

From Lionel Messi to Ferran Torres, several of the stars taking to the pitch in Sunday's World Cup final are outspoken about the role faith plays in their lives

Christine Rousselle

Ahead of Sunday's World Cup final, Luis de la Fuente has spoken about the role his Catholic faith plays in his life and why he refuses to pray for a result

Christine Rousselle

The joy shared by football supporters and basketball fans reveals a universal human longing for communion, one that the Church fulfils week after week through the liturgical life

Ruadhan Jones

As the World Cup group stage draws to a close, Pope Leo’s June intention invites us to reflect on what victory and defeat reveal about the soul

David Hahn

Aid to the Church in Need says people in 14 competing countries face persecution or discrimination because of their religion

Nathalie Raffray

Viral posts from European football fans travelling across America have struck a chord with many Americans by highlighting the beauty, freedom and diversity they sometimes take for granted

Jacqueline O'Hara