Prince William and Prince George watch England tackle Spain
Prince George was dubbed ‘Prince William’s mini-me’ as he donned a navy suit and tie to watch England take on Spain in the Euros 2024 final.
The Prince of Wales, 42, was joined by his oldest child Prince George, 10, who is also a huge football fan.
After Kensington Palace uploaded footage of the father-and-son arriving, royal fans gushed over how George has become his father’s ‘mini-me’.
One wrote on X: ‘Prince George walks exactly like his father. Prince William’s mini-me!’
Another added: ‘Adorable. Prince George walks like his father.’
Pictured: Prince George was his father’s mini-me in a navy suit and striped tie to watch the Euros final 2024
Just before the national anthem started playing, the royal father-and-son were also seen sitting in the stands – with Prince George straightening his tie moments before William did the same.
During the opening minutes, PM Keir Starmer – who is an avid Arsenal fan – was pictured approaching the royal father and son for a chat.
William’s appearance at the final, at the Olympiastadion Berlin, comes days after he sent the Three Lions squad a supportive message.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter) yesterday, in a personal message which he signed ‘W’, the royal said he was ‘so proud’ of England ahead of the final match.
Publicly showing his support for the squad, he said: ‘We are so proud of you all England, just one last push to finish the job!
‘Go out there and show the world what you’re made of. We believe. W’
The prince’s appearance at today’s final does not mark the first time he’s cheered on the team from the stands.
He’s shown his support throughout the tournament, appearing at several of the matches.
The father-and-son were pictured pulling the exact same facial expression during the match tonight
PM Keir Starmer seen speaking to Prince William and Prince George during the game’s opening minutes
Pictured: Prince William and Princ George nervously stand in the VIP box during the opening moments
Just before the national anthem started playing, the royal father-and-son were also seen sitting in the stands – with Prince George straightening his tie moments before William did the same
After Kensington Palace uploaded footage of the father-and-son arriving, royal fans gushed over how George has become his father’s ‘mini-me’
Prince William and Prince George are snapped as they arrive in Berlin to watch the Euro 2024 finals
Among them, he was seen cheering on the Lions during their victory against Switzerland last week.
After the team was victorious, and secured a place in the last two, lifelong Aston Villa fan William, who is also president of the FA, tweeted: ‘What a beauty, Ollie! Congratulations England! #EURO2024 Finalists. W.’
Among his appearances at the Euros, Prince William was spotted during England’s group stage game against Denmark on June 20 which ended in a 1-1 draw after an early goal scored by captain Harry Kane.
The Prince was incredibly animated throughout the Euros clash last month, including when he launched out of his seat and cheered after the opener in the 18th minute.
But by the end of the game, William – like most of the nation – had his hands on his face after a far from convincing performance saw England pegged back to a 1-1 draw thanks to a wonder strike from Danish midfielder Morten Hjulmand.
The royal previously described England’s 2-1 extra time win over Slovakia in the last 16 as an ’emotional rollercoaster’ but the Three Lions’ last two matches have arguably been even more tense with a last minute Ollie Watkins winner sending Gareth Southgate’s men through to the final against the Netherlands.
And he’s not the only Royal throwing their support behind the team as they prepare for the final match and hope to be crowned Euro 2024 winners.
King Charles and Queen Camilla congratulated the team for reaching the finals with a heartfelt statement.
His Majesty said: ‘My wife and I join all our family in wishing you the warmest congratulations on reaching the final of the U.E.F.A. European Championship – and in sending our very best wishes for Sunday’s match.
‘If I may encourage you to secure victory before the need for any last minute wonder-goals or another penalties drama, I am sure the stresses on the nation’s collective heart rate and blood pressure would be greatly alleviated! Good luck, England. Charles R.’
