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Prince William and Prince George Share Passion for Soccer at Champions League Match
Like father, like son! Heir to the throne Prince William and his eldest son, Prince George, showcased their shared love for football during a recent public outing.
Royal Father-Son Outing at Parc des Princes
The Prince of Wales, 42, and Prince George, 11, were among the attendees at the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg game between Aston Villa F.C. and Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday, April 9. The royals were present to watch Aston Villa, their favored Premier League team, compete against the French side.
Animated Reactions to Aston Villa Goal
The Prince and his son watched the match at Parc des Princes stadium. Photographs captured them visibly excited when Aston Villa scored their sole goal of the match. One image shows Prince William embracing Prince George, who was wearing an Aston Villa scarf, in celebration of midfielder Morgan Rogers’ score.
Aston Villa Defeat and Shared Disappointment
Despite their enthusiasm, Aston Villa was defeated by Paris Saint-Germain with a final score of 3-1. Regardless of the loss, the father and son appeared to thoroughly enjoy their time together at the high-profile sporting event.
Prince William’s Long-Standing Aston Villa Support
Prince William has been a long-time supporter of Aston Villa, a team based in Birmingham. He has passed on his passion for the club to his three children with Princess Kate Middleton: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6.
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Prince George’s Passion for Football
In October 2024, Mike Tindall, Prince George’s uncle, confirmed the young royal’s strong enthusiasm for Aston Villa. Tindall, married to Princess Anne’s daughter Zara, revealed Prince George’s deep interest in the team.
“George is a football enthusiast. I frequently play with him in the garden,” Tindall told The Telegraph. “He is a devoted Aston Villa supporter. No matter where he is, he will make time to watch their games.”
Superstitious Match-Day Rituals
Last month, Prince William disclosed a peculiar superstition he practices with his children while watching Aston Villa play.
“If I am at home with the children, I may forgo the pre-match pint, but I do observe a superstition regarding where I sit when watching the game,” Prince William mentioned in an interview with The Sun.
“If Aston Villa are performing poorly, I tend to move around the house and reposition the children in different locations, hoping to influence a change in our fortune,” he further explained.
Encouraging Independent Team Choices
The Prince of Wales told the publication that while he has introduced his children to soccer and Aston Villa, he is open to them choosing their own favorite teams as they grow up.
“I am hoping they will each discover their own preferred teams eventually,” Prince William stated.
“I am trying to avoid being biased, but they are aware of my strong passion for Aston Villa and watch matches with me. I am attempting to share the enthusiasm somewhat,” he added.
Royal Engagements: King Charles and Queen Camilla in Rome
While Prince William and Prince George were in Paris, King Charles III and Queen Camilla, William’s parents, were celebrating their 20th anniversary in Rome on the same Wednesday.