Praying for a World Cup miracle? Fans flock to baby Jesus in Mexico kit (opens original article in a new tab)

Fans in Mexico City pray to a baby Jesus dressed in a Mexican soccer kit for World Cup success, a tradition that has been displayed in the cathedral after a priest's ban at a local church.

• Fans in Mexico City visit the cathedral to pray to a baby Jesus dressed in a Mexican soccer kit for World Cup victory.
• The tradition started 55 years ago at a local church but was banned by a priest this year, leading to the cathedral displaying the figure.
• The baby Jesus figure will remain in the cathedral until the tournament ends, worn by the national team's kit.