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During his first foreign trip of 2026, Pope Leo XIV visited Monaco to urge its wealthy residents to use their riches for peace and justice, met with Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene, led a Mass, and emphasized small states’ moral role in global affairs, while skipping Monaco’s casino district.
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Monaco for his first foreign trip of 2026, meeting privately with Prince Albert II and following with a public Mass, highlighting ongoing Vatican–Monaco ties and Monaco’s Catholic identity as a small, prosperous state.
During a one-day pastoral visit to Monaco—the first pope to visit since 1538—Pope Leo XIV urged residents to use their wealth and influence for the common good and to uphold Catholic teaching on protecting the sanctity of life, meeting with Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene and presiding over a mass at Stade Louis II.
Pope Leo XIV flies from the Vatican to Monaco for his second Apostolic Journey—the first papal visit to the principality in modern times—where he will meet Prince Albert II, address the Catholic community, speak with youths, and celebrate Mass at Louis II Stadium in a nine-hour itinerary before returning to the Vatican; Cardinal Parolin hopes the trip strengthens the local Church and furthers commitments to care for creation, life protection, and international solidarity.
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Monaco for a one‑day visit, meeting with Prince Albert II and leading a public Mass, in the Vatican’s first papal trip to the principality in modern times. The trip highlights close church‑state ties between Monaco and the Vatican, underscores Monaco’s Catholic heritage and green transition, and notes shared positions on issues like abortion, while reflecting personal links between the papacy and Monaco.
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV's visit to Monaco, Anne Boggio, CEO of the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, outlines a three-pillar mission—drowning prevention, learning to swim, and teaching values through sport—implemented worldwide with local partners. The foundation operates on every continent, reporting 82 projects in 2025, and emphasizes Monaco as home, aiming to create a culture of water safety that protects families and communities while inviting broader partnerships and support.
Real Madrid thumped Monaco 6-1 in the Champions League at the Bernabéu, with Mbappé scoring early, followed by Franco Mastantuono, Vinícius Júnior, Jude Bellingham and a Thilo Kehrer own goal sealing the win. The match showcased a very young Real side under Álvaro Arbeloa, including Camavinga at left-back, and delivered a much-needed confidence boost amid a tense atmosphere from a split crowd.
Toto and Susie Wolff were spotted behind the wheel of a rare $1.5 million Mercedes 300 SL Roadster in Monaco, turning heads as they cruised the principality.
Tottenham Hotspur managed a 0-0 draw against Monaco in a match marked by poor performance from Spurs, who struggled offensively and defensively, with Vicario's standout saves keeping them in the game. The result highlighted tactical issues and the need for better midfield organization, as well as concerns about player fitness and substitutions. Monaco dominated possession and chances, but Spurs' defense held firm, earning a point in a disappointing display.
Tottenham and Monaco played to a 0-0 draw in the UEFA Champions League, with Tottenham's Guglielmo Vicario earning a 9 for his outstanding goalkeeping, while midfielder Pape Sarr received a 6 and struggled to influence the game. Overall, the match featured mixed performances from Tottenham players, with some like Lucas Bergvall and Mohammed Kudus underperforming, and others like Joao Palhinha showing increased engagement.
Tottenham has shifted their transfer focus from Brazilian winger Savinho to Monaco's young French winger Maghnes Akliouche, who is valued at around €55m and has shown impressive goal and assist stats in Ligue 1, making him a promising and more affordable alternative for the club.
Jeff Bezos' massive megayacht, Koru, was denied docking in Monaco due to its size, forcing him to travel ashore by dinghy while attending the Monaco Grand Prix, highlighting ongoing issues with the ecological and visual impact of such large vessels.
Prince William made a solo appearance at Monaco's Blue Economy and Finance Forum, emphasizing the importance of marine conservation and his growing role as a global environmental advocate, especially amid his father's cancer treatment. He highlighted the urgent need to protect oceans, showcased environmental solutions from the Earthshot Prize, and engaged with world leaders to push for increased marine protected areas ahead of the 2025 UN Ocean Conference.
Alex Wurz proposes three feasible modifications to Monaco's F1 circuit—moving the Nouvelle chicane, reprofiling Rascasse, and widening the Fairmont hairpin—to enhance overtaking opportunities while maintaining the circuit's character.
Monaco midfielder Mohamed Camara has been suspended for four matches by the French football league (LFP) for covering up an anti-homophobia message on his shirt during a Ligue 1 match. Camara used white tape to hide the symbol and did not participate in a pre-match photo supporting the international day against homophobia. The LFP imposed the suspension after hearing Camara's refusal to engage in awareness actions, and French sports minister Amelie Oudea-Castera called for strong sanctions. Monaco's management expressed regret over the incident, citing Camara's religious reasons.