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Pope Leo XIV reveals his support for Real Madrid during Spain trip

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 6:36 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Pope Leo XIV reveals his support for Real Madrid during Spain trip
Summary

Pope Leo XIV confirmed his allegiance to Real Madrid while traveling to Spain. During the flight, a reporter asked about the long-standing rivalry between Real and Barcelona. The Pope smiled and indicated his preference for Madrid, attributing the support to his given name, Robert Francis Prevost. His comment generated laughter among those present. This trip marks the first papal visit to Spain in 15 years, where the Pope is also scheduled to address parliament and visit Madrid and Barcelona.

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  • •Pope Leo XIV visited Spain for the first time as pope.
  • •He expressed support for Real Madrid over Barcelona.
  • •The visit includes addressing the Spanish parliament.
  • •Pope Leo XIV is known for his engagement with sports.
  • •The previous papal visit to Spain was in 2011.
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  • 6:36 PMYahoo Sports — Pope Leo XIV reveals his favorite soccer team
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Pope Leo XIV revealed his favorite soccer team while traveling to Spain, another sign of his sports fandom.

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