Pope Leo XIV acknowledges competition with Bad Bunny in Madrid

Pope Leo XIV acknowledged a unique competition for attention during his visit to Spain, facing off against the immense popularity of Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny, who is holding concerts in Madrid.

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If they are faced with the question ‘Do you want to go see Bad Bunny or do you want to go see the Pope?’, I think many will go see Bad Bunny. But I think there will also be some here to see the Pope. And that says something, you know?

"If they are faced with the question 'Do you want to go see Bad Bunny or do you want to go see the Pope?', I think many will go see Bad Bunny. But I think there will also be some here to see the Pope. And that says something, you know?" the pontiff remarked to journalists on the papal plane.

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That's outside my pay grade.

He expressed understanding for young adults who perceive a lack of meaning in their lives, suggesting his visit might help "awaken" something in them. Pope Leo XIV is on a week-long tour of Spain, aiming to deliver a message of unity in a country grappling with political and church scandals.

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Without a doubt I will support the United States, although I am not sure how many games I will be able to watch.

The Pope, a native of Chicago, also touched on sports, joking about the potential move of the Chicago Bears to Hammond, Indiana, stating, "That's outside my pay grade." He confirmed his support for the United States in the upcoming World Cup. When asked about his preference between Real Madrid and Barcelona, he playfully stated, "The Pope is for all teams, but Prevost is for Real Madrid," referring to his birth name.

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The Pope is for all teams, but Prevost is for Real Madrid.