Chaplain eyes joint World Cup bid as way to heal Brexit rifts

The Westminster Chaplain for Sport has hailed a joint bid from England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland to host the 2030 World Cup as “an excellent – and noble – idea”. Mgr Vladimir Felzmann said it seemed fitting that “The Beautiful Game” should be used to heal the whole of the... Read More

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February 10, 2021

Student to represent Team GB in Para Powerlifting World Cup

A Sports and Exercise Science undergraduate at Leeds Trinity University has been selected to represent Team GB at the Para Powerlifting World Cup. 19-year-old Charlotte McGuinness, from Harrogate, will compete at the Para Powerlifting World Cup in March, taking place at the Wythenshawe Forum in Manchester. The competition also gives her the opportunity to qualify... Read More

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July 7, 2020

Too few countries set objective to eradicate homelessness, says Scotland’s First Minister

Too few countries around the world have set a clear objective to eradicate homelessness and rough sleeping, Nicola Sturgeon has said. Scotland’s First Minister praised events like the Homeless World Cup (HWC) for its “powerful combination” of bringing a strong community spirit and wanting greater equality for people. Ms Sturgeon was speaking in a video... Read More

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October 29, 2019

Thank God, he always tries for us all

Rugby hero Manu Tuilagi said the first person he thanked was God after his try had helped propel England into their first rugby world cup final for 12 years. Tuilagi, a Catholic who currently plays rugby union for Premiership side Leicester Tigers, scored in the second minute in England’s semi-final demolition victory against three-time world... Read More

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August 31, 2019

Young are ‘silent victims’ of the UK’s growing gambling problem

The Government must take action to tackle the “silent epidemic” of problem gambling among young people, a Christian advocacy group has urged. The call comes after a new report warned that betting firms are flouting advertising regulations by encouraging children to engage with gambling adverts for esports tournaments. “Betting companies are getting around advertising rules... Read More

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August 22, 2019

Celtic’s ‘Holy Goalie’ recalls blessing controversy

Former Celtic goalkeeper Artur Boruc said he still blesses himself before every match despite the backlash he received after making the sign of the cross during an Old Firm derby. The Polish keeper, who now plays for Premier League side AFC Bournemouth, was at the centre of many controversies during his tenure at Celtic, with... Read More

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July 15, 2019

Chaplain for Sport congratulates England on ‘magnificent’ Cricket World Cup victory

Westminster’s Diocesan Chaplain for Sport has congratulated the England cricket team on their “magnificent” World Cup victory. “Well done England. Congratulations on your first – and hopefully, I pray, not the last – Cricket World Cup,” Mgr Vladimir Felzmann told The Catholic Universe. “As with individuals so with teams under great management the virtue of... Read More

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