Pope Leo XIV Supports U.S. Team Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Pope Leo XIV has expressed support for the United States national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He may be the third consecutive pope whose home country wins the tournament.
Pope Leo XIV has expressed support for the United States national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which may benefit the co-host nation. The United States will host the tournament alongside Canada and Mexico, and is set to begin its campaign in Group D against Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey. Pope Leo XIV, as the first American pope, expressed support for the U.S. team despite a demanding schedule. According to openthemagazine.com, he was born in the Chicago suburbs as Robert Prevost, holds Peruvian citizenship, and spent decades serving as a missionary and bishop in Peru before his election. According to the Hindu, he is currently on a week-long visit to Spain and the Canary Islands as preparations continue for the expanded 48-team tournament. Pope Leo XIV's connections to the United States and Peru have previously drawn attention to his football preferences.
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