From Chicago to Rome: Pope Leo's World Cup Allegiances

Pope Leo, originally from Chicago and the first U.S. leader of the Catholic Church, plans to support the U.S. national soccer team during the World Cup. Currently on tour in Spain, the Pope expressed his interest in sports while balancing his papal responsibilities.

Pope Leo, the first American pontiff and a former resident of Chicago, has expressed his unwavering support for the U.S. national soccer team during the upcoming World Cup, despite his current residence at the Vatican.

Speaking to journalists on a flight from Rome to Madrid, Pope Leo, who was born Robert Prevost, indicated his enthusiasm to support his homeland, although he would not miss the chance to rally for his original favorite, Peru, if they were participants.

While on a tour of Spain and its islands, he also candidly shared his personal sports allegiance, revealing his preference for Real Madrid in the Spanish league rivalry between the club and Barcelona.