This is how the triumphant entrance of Pope Leo XIV into Santiago Bernabéu Stadium felt for his meeting with the diocesan communities of Madrid, Getafe, and Alcalá. A few days ago, he recalled with a smile that, although the Pope belongs to everyone, Prevost was a fan of Real Madrid, the home team of this iconic stadium.
As part of his visit to Madrid, tonight he is meeting a packed Bernabéu, transformed for one night into a great celebration of the faith as they received him with chants, cheers, songs and a standing ovation. The crowd of 70,000 roared for the Holy Father.