13 March 2013 08:30
Who will be the new pope?

Meet the papal candidates



Angelo Bagnasco, Peter Turk, Tarcisio Bertone (© Reuters)
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The 115 cardinals who will choose the next pope have gathered in Rome, and a date can now be set for the conclave that will elect the new leader of the Catholic Church. Around 35 recognised "papabili" - or papal candidates - have been discussed by Vatican watchers as being contenders for the role. Here's our guide to the top ten most likely candidates, according to oddschecker.com.

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