Leon XIV – such a name will be called 267. Pope. On Thursday, the cardinal college decided that Robert Francis Prevost from Chicago was the new head of the church. The 59-year-old Augustian for many years served as a missionary in Peru. In 2023, he became the prefect of the dicasteries for bishops and the chairman of the Papal Latin American Commission, and in February this year he took the diocese of Albano. Now he has become not only the first pope from the United States, but from all over North America. His choice is quite unexpected, but he still met with a warm reception in the world of football.
The world of football greeted the new pope. Here's what FC Barcelona wrote
Shortly after his selection, the Pope's wishes on Platform X were made by Robert Lewandowski's club and Wojciech Szczęsny – FC Barcelona. – FC Barcelona wishes the new Pope Leon XIV the pontificate, which will bring peace and understanding in the world – we read.
Leon The XIV was also greeted by Nicola Zalewski and Piotr's club Zieliñski – Inter Milan. The finalists of this year's Champions League, who defeated 4: 3 in the semi -final of Catalans on Tuesday, will also share a special tweet. – The world is happy to welcome the new Holy Father, welcome Pope Leon XIV – they wrote.
In a similar tone, the local rival of Inter – AC Milan reacted. – With respect and hope AC Milan joins the joy of choosing Pope Leon XIV – we read.
The owner also published a special entry Napoli Aurelio de laurentiis. “Let's welcome the new Pope Leon XIV, joining his universal message and solidarity with the weakest,” he appealed.