Pope Leo XIV showed off his White Sox fandom during his general audience at the Vatican on Wednesday. The Chicago native was photographed wearing a White Sox hat as he met with newlywed couples in St. Peter’s Square. The White Sox were quick to capitalize on the publicity, sharing the now-viral photo across their social media platforms.

We are very hopeful; you perceive a lot of enthusiasm, anyway, whether from brother priests or from the people of God,” newly ordained Father Simone Troilo told CNA.