Real Madrid are one of the biggest clubs in the world, if not the biggest, and this is reflected in their fanbase. They have supporters from across the globe, with several high-profile personnel among them – but perhaps the biggest name has now been revealed.
On Saturday, Pope Leo XIV was asked about his favourite football club on the eve of the 2026 World Cup starting. As per Marca, he took the diplomatic approach when considering his title, although he did admit that on a personal level, his heart is with Real Madrid.
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“That’s easy. The Pope is for all the teams… but Robert Prevost is a Real Madrid fan.”
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Word filtered through to those at Real Madrid regarding the remarks of the Pontiff, and president Florentino Perez made reference to them when he spoke during his closing candidacy ceremony on Saturday.
“I would like to welcome Leo XIV to Spain. Today he said on the plane that he is a Real Madrid fan and that is a source of pride for us. Welcome, Your Holiness.”
