Similar to the remainder of the nation’s soccer followers, Prince William was “gutted” after England’s 2026 World Cup desires had been dashed final week following a devastating all the way down to the wire 1-2 loss to Argentina within the semi-finals.
“Gutted. England, you gave it every part and we’re all so happy with you. Thanks to everybody on and off the pitch, for an unbelievable match,” the Prince of Wales, who’s the royal patron and former president of England’s Soccer Affiliation, wrote on his social media web page after the match.
“The struggle and perception you’ve proven has impressed us all. Probably the most full England crew in a match. Maintain your heads excessive.”
Whereas he missed out on the 2026 World Cup, William has been identified to cheer on England fiercely from the stands over time, proving he is simply as a lot a soccer fan as the remainder of us. Because the World Cup attracts to an in depth and England takes residence a decent third place, see a few of William’s most memorable spectator moments…
© Getty PhotographsFierce fan
William was up on his toes as he animatedly celebrated a purpose by England’s Bukayo Saka within the crew’s 2024 Euro quarter-final match towards Switzerland. The royal regarded each inch the soccer fan from the stands in Germany as he pumped a fist within the air.
© Getty PhotographsLike father, like son
William’s eldest son, Prince George, appears to be following in his dad’s footsteps as an avid soccer supporter.
The daddy-son duo regarded equally invested whereas cheering on Aston Villa FC within the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 quarter remaining match towards Paris Saint-Germain in Paris in April 2025.
© Getty PhotographsMatching expressions
Like several soccer fan, William seems like he is skilled all of the feelings whereas watching the game.
The Prince of Wales was once more joined by his son George for the UEFA Euro 2024 remaining match between Spain and England. George mirrored his dad’s shocked expression because the pair each had their arms to their faces whereas the match, which resulted in a 2-1 loss for England, stored them in correct suspense.
© Getty PhotographsProud supporter
William is a well known long-time Aston Villa supporter, going again to his faculty days. The royal actually backs his crew, and bought proper into the game-day spirit for Aston Villa’s match towards Nottingham Forest throughout the UEFA Champions League in Could 2026.
The royal ecstatically celebrated as his crew scored a second purpose within the match, which resulted in a 4-0 victory for Aston. William will need to have been comfortable about that!
© Getty PhotographsThumbs up
Aston Villa’s victory within the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Section MD2 match bought a double thumbs up response from the Prince of Wales.
The royal watched the match amongst the gang and gave the impression to be fairly proud of Aston’s 1-0 victory.
© Getty PhotographsGo crew!
William was again to barrack for his crew within the UEFA Europa League remaining match towards SC Freiburg on 20 Could. As soon as once more, the royal bought proper into the soccer frenzy as he was seen screaming from the stands.
© Getty PhotographsIn suspense
William was on the sting of his seat for the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 quarter remaining between Aston Villa and Paris Saint-Germain.
The royal had his hand on the railing as he stored his eyes glued to the match taking place beneath.
© Getty PhotographsVary of feelings
It was a tricky one for Aston Villa who suffered a 5-4 defeat by Paris Saint-Germain.
The match had the Prince of Wales experiencing a rollercoaster of feelings, at one level overlaying his face as he regarded a bit careworn.
