Pope Francis prays soccer World Cup will be an occasion for peace between nations

Vatican City:

The 22nd FIFA World Cup is being held in the Middle Eastern country of Qatar.

In this context, Pope Francis, head of the Catholic Church, encouraged the ongoing World Cup and prayed that the Qatar tournament would be an occasion for reconciliation and peace in the world.

Speaking in his weekly meeting in front of a general audience, Francis offered his best wishes to soccer players, fans and viewers around the world for the ongoing World Cup in Qatar.

Let this momentous event be an occasion for nations to meet and reconcile. May it promote brotherhood and peace among people. Let us pray for peace in the world and end all conflicts.