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During a weeklong tour, Pope Leo XIV navigated deep cultural tensions in Barcelona, backing Real Madrid and speaking limited Catalan, a move that resonated with some but fell short of others.
During his recent trip, Pope Leo XIV praised Real Madrid, spoke Catalan in Barcelona, and stirred conversation about language and regional identity.
Pope Leo XIV's recent trip to Barcelona has stirred conversation about language, sport and politics, as his allegiance to Real Madrid and fluent Catalan resonated differently across the city's cultural landscape.
Pope Leo XIV’s recent trip to Barcelona combined a heartfelt acknowledgment of Catalan language with a surprising endorsement of Real Madrid, igniting debate over culture, sport and identity.