Pope Leo XIV just proved he’s got as much wit as he has influence. During a Wednesday ride through St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, the 70-year-old pontiff got a subtle heckle from a Chicago Cubs fan, and he didn’t miss a beat.

As he rolled past the crowd in his Popemobile, someone shouted “Go Cubs,” prompting Pope Leo, a lifelong White Sox supporter from Chicago’s South Side, to fire back with a savage jab at the North Siders’ playoff woes. This happened months later, he made sports trading card history.

“Han perdido!” Pope Leo said, before repeating in English, “They lost!”

The moment immediately caught the attention of White Sox fans and social media alike. The team’s official account on X chimed in: “That’s our Pope.”

While the Cubs did make the playoffs in 2025, the White Sox’s

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