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Pope Leo wades into Spain's culture wars over soccer and the Catalan language in Barcelona

Pope Leo XIV has stirred up cultural debates in Spain during his visit to Barcelona

The Independent UK · Jun 9

Pope Leo will tap into the Sagrada Familia's allure while honoring Catalonia's holy mountain

Pope Leo XIV will bridge 1,000 years of church history Wednesday when he visits a medieval monastery on a mountaintop that local Catholics consider sacred and then celebrates Mass at Barcelona’s famous Sagrada Familia Basilica

The Independent UK · Jun 9

A century without Gaudí: Barcelona honours the architect who turned the city into a work of art

Gaudí created the landmarks that now draw millions of tourists to Barcelona, which will not see the Sagrada Família completed in 2026 as planned; on the centenary of his death Pope Leo XIV will attend the basilica.

Euronews · Jun 9

Barcelona’s 10 Most Expensive Signings of All Time

Barcelona have never been scared of spending big in the transfer market despite a mixed bag of results.

Sports Illustrated · May 30

Spain ‘more convinced of its own position’ on the US than the EU is, Jaume Duch tells Euronews

The Catalan regional minister told Euronews that, while Spain has been leading when it comes to standing up against Washington, the EU has taken a firmer stance in recent months.

Euronews · May 6

Europe’s best destinations and routes for cycling holidays in 2026

From Portugal’s Atlantic coast to Catalonia’s new gravel routes, the top European cycling trips for 2026 focus on accessible distances and slower, more immersive travel.

Euronews · Apr 27

Barcelona’s Concrete Dreamscapes: Antoni Gaudí’s must-see masterpieces

Nearly 100 years after his death, Euronews Culture revisits Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí's most stunning creations.

Euronews · Apr 25

Five Alessandro Bastoni Alternatives For Barcelona After Transfer Warning

Inter Milan won’t make it easy for Barcelona to lure Alessandro Bastoni to Catalonia.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 23

‘Golden Chance’—The Moment That Sealed Marcus Rashford’s Barcelona Fate, Man Utd Future

The Manchester United forward has spent a mixed season on loan in Catalonia.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 22

Six Destinations for Marcus Rashford if Barcelona Transfer Falls Through—Ranked

There are no guarantees that Rashford will remain in Catalonia beyond the summer.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 20