Real or Barcelona? Pope Leo XIV reveals his favorite football club
Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert
Pope Leo XIV found himself at the center of the football world's attention during his visit to Spain. The head of the Catholic Church was asked about his preference in one of the world's greatest football rivalries—between Real Madrid and Barcelona.
During his conversation with those present, the pontiff was asked which club he supports. Leo XIV's answer brought smiles to the crowd and quickly went viral on social media.
"Real Madrid or Barcelona? That's easy... The Pope is for all teams, but the Pope supports Real Madrid," the pontiff declared.
The Catholic Church leader's statement instantly became one of the most talked-about topics among football fans in Spain. Real Madrid supporters, in particular, were quick to react, seeing Leo XIV's words as a symbolic show of support from the pontiff himself.
